RETURNING Engineering Co-op\/Intern Spring 2027

Packaging Corporation of America•Massillon, OH
•Onsite

About The Position

Engineering Intern or Co-Op students will be assigned to a Process Engineering, Project Engineering, or Reliability focus area depending on their major and interest. Must have completed at least one semester at PCA. Responsibilities vary by area, but may include: Coordinate and evaluate trials on the paper machines, pulp mill, secondary fiber, or other parts of the mill. Conduct routine pulp and paper tests that are required for evaluation of trials or for trouble shooting on the machines. Monitor key process sensing equipment to determine accuracy and reliability. If a problem is detected implement the repair. Conduct routine pulp quality tests on a weekly basis. These tests include efficiencies, consistencies, and critical solids verifications, along with any others that are deemed necessary. Conduct periodic monitoring of key consistency loops on stock chests. Also, interface with the E/I Department in order to improve loops that are not functioning correctly. Order and maintain routine laboratory supplies and chemical solutions. Assist in the start-up of paper machines from monthly shutdowns. Conduct critical paper machine maintenance inspections. Update lab MSDS's for materials and chemicals used in the lab. Project management tasks Maintenance and reliability tasks Other duties as needs and interest arise.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled student majoring in Chemical Engineering, Paper Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related major.
  • Completed the freshman year.
  • A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 is required.
  • Eligible to work in the US on a full time basis.
  • Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
  • Must display maturity and a high level of professionalism.
  • Take ownership of their work and work area.
  • Ability to work with other mill personnel, operators, and supervisors.
  • A positive work attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and evaluate trials on the paper machines, pulp mill, secondary fiber, or other parts of the mill.
  • Conduct routine pulp and paper tests that are required for evaluation of trials or for trouble shooting on the machines.
  • Monitor key process sensing equipment to determine accuracy and reliability.
  • Implement repairs if a problem is detected.
  • Conduct routine pulp quality tests on a weekly basis, including efficiencies, consistencies, and critical solids verifications.
  • Conduct periodic monitoring of key consistency loops on stock chests.
  • Interface with the E/I Department to improve loops that are not functioning correctly.
  • Order and maintain routine laboratory supplies and chemical solutions.
  • Assist in the start-up of paper machines from monthly shutdowns.
  • Conduct critical paper machine maintenance inspections.
  • Update lab MSDS's for materials and chemicals used in the lab.
  • Project management tasks.
  • Maintenance and reliability tasks.
  • Other duties as needs and interest arise.

Benefits

  • Housing stipend up to $1000 grossed-up per month if necessary.
  • Reimbursement for the move to new housing upon starting the internship/co-op.
  • Reimbursement for the return home at the end of the work experience.
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