Chemical/Paper Eng Co-op - Process & Control

Packaging-Corporation-of-America; Jackson (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision coverage (初

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is seeking Chemical/Paper Engineering Co‑Op students for all Mills. Roles include process engineering or process control co‑op, with hands-on data analysis, testing, and system support across multiple PCA mills in MN, WI, VA, TN, and others.

You will collect data, run tests, and assist with control systems, drawing updates, and documentation while learning from seasoned engineers in a Fortune 500 company focused on performance and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0/4.0 required.
• Must be a permanent U.S. resident with a valid driver’s license.
• Majoring in Chemical or Paper Engineering or related field and completed freshman year or will have completed freshman year by time of co‑op.
• Must be 18 years or older at time of co‑op/intern.

Responsibilities

• Support process optimization and projects to improve mill efficiency, reliability, quality, safety, and cost.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret process, production, and lab data for troubleshooting and decisions.
• Conduct routine pulp, paper, and chemical testing for process evaluations and quality control.
• Monitor key process sensing equipment, loops, and control systems for accuracy and reliability.
• Support startup activities, maintenance inspections, and safety documentation updates.
• Additional duties as requested by management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Chemical or Paper Engineering major

Freshman year completed or by time of co‑op

Tools

Microsoft Office

Trident

AutoCAD

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is seeking Chemical/Paper Engineering Co‑Op students for all Mills. Roles include process engineering or process control co‑op, with hands-on data analysis, testing, and system support across multiple PCA mills in MN, WI, VA, TN, and others.

You will collect data, run tests, and assist with control systems, drawing updates, and documentation while learning from seasoned engineers in a Fortune 500 company focused on performance and environmental stewardship.