Engineering Co-Op

Essity; Alabama; On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Paid holidays after 90 days

Job summary

Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene with a North American headquarters located in Philadelphia, PA. The Engineering Co-op provides hands-on, practical experience across multiple functions while contributing to real projects.

You will conduct research, gather data, analyze trends, and help create reports and presentations. Shadowing experienced professionals, attending meetings, and taking minutes will develop adaptability, a strong work ethic, time management, and clear writing.

Qualifications

• Interest in engineering and hands-on learning.
• Ability to work cross-functionally on projects.
• Currently pursuing a related degree or internship.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing projects with data gathering and analysis.
• Assist in brainstorming sessions and research.
• Create and maintain reports and presentations.
• Attend meetings and take minutes.

Skills

Adaptability

Strong writing

Communication

Time management

Analytical skills

Job description

Engineering Co-op

Who We Are Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with a North American headquarters located in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company with a purpose to break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, care givers, and customers across the globe. We do this through innovations in our Professional Hygiene, Consumer Goods, and Health & Medical business units that provide hygiene and health solutions to over a billion people every day worldwide. Working at Essity is more than a career, it is where you will play your part in a better future, to improve well-being for people and have opportunities to drive positive change for society and the environment. As an employee at Essity, you will belong to a team where you feel valued, are safe, supported to grow and challenged to generate business results in a friendly and open atmosphere.

About the Role

The primary focus of Co-op is to acquire hands‑on / practical experience related to a specific field.

What You Will Do

Work with various team members and departments to contribute to ongoing projects incl. participation in brainstorming sessions, research, and analysis.

Conduct research on specific topics incl. gathering data, analyzing trends, and providing insights.

Support to create and maintain reports, presentations, and other documentation.

Observe and learn from experienced professionals through shadowing colleagues to gain insights into day‑to‑day tasks and industry practices.

Attend meetings and workshops to engage in discussions and take minutes and notes.

Who You Are

Adaptability to explore different areas of the business and functions

Understand different perspectives and try new methods

Be self‑directed, meet deadlines and demonstrate strong work ethic

Strong writing and communication skills

Proficient time management

Problem‑solving and analytical skills are an advantage

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well‑Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well‑being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us

Base Pay

• $22.66 Per hour 1st Term
• $23.18 Per Hour 2nd Term
• $23.69 Per Hour 3rd Term

Housing Stipend

• $1,000.00 net at the start of each semester with a signed lease
• $750.00 net each month while actively employed as a Co‑Op

Other Benefits/Perks

• Paid Holidays after 90 days (2nd Term)

Additional Information

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact [e-mail]

Together, we are improving lives, every day Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well‑being.

Application End Date

Application End Date:

Essity is a leading global hygiene and health company. Our expertise began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well‑being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day. Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. We innovate for good to break barriers and contribute to shaping a healthier future. At Essity, we have a people‑first approach where every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential through a winning culture driven by a powerful purpose. Our performance‑orientated environment motivates employees to think differently and embrace challenges so we can continue improving lives, every day through better hygiene and health. We provide a sustainable work‑life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well‑Being, enables customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life. Our leading global brands include TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa are sold in 150 countries. I In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. We are headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity!