Product Engineer Intern (Merchandising) - June 2026

Framingham, Massachusetts, United States

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Remote/On-site On-site Job ID 63996 Category Internship & Co-ops Date posted 02/26/2026 Pay Range 21.00

Staples is business-to-business. You’re what binds us together.

We’re searching for you: fresh talent with new ideas, innovation, passion, and drive to bring to Staples. We have student and graduate opportunities where you’ll help the Staples, Inc. organization be more successful and productive while building a purposeful career. Whether you are looking for a summer internship, co-op, or an entry-level role, we’ll help you develop the technical and soft skills you need to thrive in the future.

Position Overview:
The Product Engineer Intern (Merchandising) will support the Staples Brands Group Product Engineering team in the development, testing, and validation of private brand products. This role provides hands-on exposure to real products in development and production, working closely with Product Engineers and cross-functional partners to support engineering analysis, testing, and supplier collaboration.

The intern will contribute to active product programs and gain experience in product development, custom testing, and manufacturing support within a consumer products environment.

Target Start Date: June 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026 (11-week program)

What You'll Be Doing:

Product Development

Assist with evaluation of materials, construction methods, and manufacturability considerations

Participate in design reviews and provide engineering input related to performance, cost, and quality

Support Product Engineers in translating product requirements into engineering specifications, drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs)

Testing & Validation

Design and build custom test fixtures (physical or conceptual) to enable repeatable and reliable product testing

Develop and document test plans for custom or nonstandard products, including test methods, acceptance criteria, and sample requirements

Execute testing per defined test plans and assist with collecting, organizing, and analyzing test data

Manufacturing & Supplier Support

Assist Product Engineers in reviewing supplier documentation such as control plans, work instructions, and process flows

Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities for quality or performance issues under guidance

Gain exposure to global sourcing and supplier manufacturing processes supporting Staples' private brand products

What’s Needed – Basic Qualifications:

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and test data

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites

What’s Needed - Preferred Qualifications:

Coursework or experience in product design, materials, manufacturing processes, or quality engineering

Exposure to CAD tools or basic fixture design

Knowledge of design for 3D printing and use of 3D printers

Skills in communicating technical subjects to non-technical cross-functional partners

What You Will Gain - Learning Opportunities:

Through this internship, the Product Engineer Intern will:

Gain hands-on experience supporting real, customer-facing products in development and production

Build skills within practical application of engineering design, Six Sigma, DFM/DFA, and learn “How It’s Made” across many different manufacturing techniques

Learn how Product Engineering partners with Category, Sourcing, Quality, and Brand teams in a large consumer products organization

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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