Packaging Engineer Co-op Intern

About this role

ABOUT US

Fanatics is a leading global sports platform redefining how fans connect with the teams, players and moments they love. Our businesses — Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, Fanatics Betting & Gaming, Fanatics Events, Fanatics Advertising, Fanatics Markets and Fanatics Studios — maximize the presence and reach for hundreds of partners globally and create a one-stop experience that allows fans to buy, bet, collect, and earn, while engaging with sports in deeper, more immersive ways. This includes licensed fan gear and lifestyle products, sportsbook and iGaming, physical and digital trading cards, live events, premium sports entertainment content, credit card offerings and more. Together, they form a powerful, integrated ecosystem — connected by the Fanatics ONE loyalty program and FanCash, the currency of sport — delivering personalized experiences to over 100 million fans worldwide. Fanatics holds partnerships with over 900 sports properties, from professional leagues and players’ associations to teams, colleges and retail partners; over 7,000 athletes and celebrities; and over 2,000 retail locations, including all Lids stores. Backed by a team of more than 22,000 employees, Fanatics is committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience.

About the Company

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Role Summary

Join the team behind the fan experience at Fanatics Collectibles! As a Packaging Engineer Co-op, reporting to the Director of Package Engineering, you’ll dive into the world of innovative packaging design and development for the industry leader in licensed sports and entertainment collectibles. Fanatics Collectibles is a leading licensor, producer, designer, and seller of physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets for entertainment and sports properties globally. With exclusive licensing arrangements with major leagues like the MLB, NFL, and NBA, we’re redefining the collectibles industry. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience, contribute to real-world projects, and help us create cutting-edge packaging that excites fans around the globe!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Packaging Engineers in preparing packaging specifications/BOM’s and developing new packaging configurations.
• Calculates sizing and works with print vendors for packaging dielines, reviews and approves dielines from printer, provides Packaging Graphics team with dielines based on product release schedule, and develops new dielines where necessary.
• Design and prototype new packaging concepts using appropriate materials, including flexible films, corrugate, folding carton, rigid boxes, and other materials as appropriate.
• Participate in cross-functional product & package development meetings.
• Provide overall support for the package engineering team in their day-to-day duties.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with packaging design principles and materials.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ArtiosCAD software is a plus.

Please note that this is an in-office role located in our Dallas, TX offices.

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