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Ryan Chen

Alexandria,VA

Summary

High driven team player looking to find internships and co-ops in the world of packaging, as well as obtain new skills and experiences to assist employers in any tasks.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Undergraduate Student Researcher

Virginia Tech
01.2024 - Current
  • Research on the possibilities of fiber-based materials used in the last-mile transport of thermally sensitive products
  • Research involves evaluation of the materials based on material degradation after transportation and in transport and thermal resistivity

Undergraduate Student Researcher

Virginia Tech
08.2023 - Current
  • Collected, compiled, interpreted, and presented data for a large retirement home company to further sustainability goals regarding waste generation, electricity use, and gas usage.

Packaging Engineer Co-op

Unilever United States Inc.
Englewood Cliffs, NJ
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • Developed packaging designs and performed testing to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
  • Evaluated current processes, identified areas for improvement, and implemented solutions to increase efficiency.
  • Collaborated with vendors to procure necessary supplies for production process.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting issues related to material selection, printing techniques, and labeling requirements.
  • Analyzed data from tests conducted on packaged products to determine effectiveness of design elements.
  • Implemented safety protocols throughout the entire packaging process in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Maintained records of all packaging activities including test results, measurements, costs.

48-Hour Repack Canovation Project

02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Designed and created a package to display a new Canovation Resealable can product in 48 hours for a competition

Education

B.S. - Packaging Systems and Design

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05.2026

Skills

  • Fluent in Mandarin
  • ArtiosCAD
  • Solidworks
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Microsoft Office
  • CAPE
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Critical Thinking
  • Project Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Interpersonal Communication

Extracurricular Activities

Embroidery Club 2023 - Present Packaging Club 2024 - Present Crochet Club 2023 - Present

Projects

Principles of Packaging:, Mobile ID Project Created a sleeve with original designs and a thermoform insert as a tray for a product, Spoon and Bowl Project Created a display box for the purpose of showing off an innovative new spoon and bowl targeted towards babies. Created an effective structure and tray as well as graphics that appeals to the target audience

Relevant Coursework

Principles of Packaging, Paper and Paperboard Packaging (Ongoing), General Chemistry, CAD in Packaging (Ongoing), Sustainable Circular Economy

Timeline

Packaging Engineer Co-op

Unilever United States Inc.
07.2024 - 12.2024

48-Hour Repack Canovation Project

02.2024 - 02.2024

Undergraduate Student Researcher

Virginia Tech
01.2024 - Current

Undergraduate Student Researcher

Virginia Tech
08.2023 - Current

B.S. - Packaging Systems and Design

Virginia Tech

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