2027 Product Development Intern or Co-op (Stevens Point, WI)

Ahlstrom-5; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Ahlstrom is seeking a Product Development intern or co-op at our Stevens Point mill through 2027. The role may be a internship or co-op depending on school schedule. You will gain hands-on learning by carrying out product development studies and special projects, and support paper machine trial activity.

You will join a collaborative team, building skills and experience for your future in a fast-paced environment. The role offers part-time flexibility aligned with school commitments.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a part-time basis.
• Enrolled in Paper Science & Engineering or Chemical Engineering degree program.
• Living in a commutable distance to Stevens Point, WI.
• Strong desire to work within a fast-paced office environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
• Strong technical aptitude and proven problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out product development studies and special projects.
• Support Product Development paper machine trial activity.
• Be an active participant in a team-oriented environment while building related skills.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Education

Enrolled in Paper Science & Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Job description

You have a choice of where you want to work! We invite you along on our journey to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. We aim to attract, retain, and energize passionate people,like you, by investing in your professional development and providing opportunities for personal growth.
Do your values align with ours? Accountability, Growth mindset, One team,Care and a fair and inclusive work environment for everyone, everywhere!
We strive to meet the highest standards of corporate citizenship by protecting the health and safety of our team, safeguarding the environment, and creating a long-lasting, positive impact on the communities where we do business. Are you with us?!?

We are seeking a Product Development intern or co-op at our Steven's Point mill throughout 2027. This role could be an internship or co-op depending on school schedule and availability. This individual will gain hands‑on learning carrying out product development studies and special projects. You will be an active participant in our team with the opportunity to also support Product Development paper machine trial activity. We offer the opportunityto work in an engaged, team‑focused environment while building related skills and experience for your future.

Pay Rate:

• $27.00 per hour

Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a part‑time basis
• Enrolled in Paper Science & Engineering or Chemical Engineering degree program
• Living in a commutable distance to Stevens Point, WI
• Strong desire to work within a fast‑faced office environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of the organization
• Strong technical aptitude and proven problem‑solving skills

Ahlstrom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity is a sound and just concept to which we are firmly bound. Ahlstrom will not engage in discrimination against, or harassment of, any person employed or seeking employment with our company based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, non‑disqualifying disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

About Us.
Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Our purpose is to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. We aim to be the Preferred Sustainable Specialty Materials Company for all our stakeholders. Our Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials segments, along with the Performance Materials Cluster, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions. Our net sales in 2025 amounted to EUR 2.9 billion and we employ some 7,000 people.