Engineering Co-Op & Internship Opportunities | Summer 2027

Kruger Products Inc.; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional mentorship

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Kruger Products Memphis invites engineering co-ops and interns to join a large-scale tissue mill for Summer 2027. You will work alongside experienced engineers, operators and leaders on real business projects, gaining hands-on experience beyond classroom learning.

projects span process optimization, reliability, automation, and energy/utilities initiatives. Strong teamwork and curiosity are essential for success in this fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline listed above.
• Completed at least the second semester of freshman year by Summer 2027.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with engineers, operators, maintenance professionals and plant leadership on real projects.
• Contribute to manufacturing process optimization, reliability and automation initiatives.
• Engage in data analysis, problem-solving, and SOP development.
• Participate in lean manufacturing, 5S, and operational excellence activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Accountability

Continuous learning

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Engineering Co-Op & Internship Opportunities | Summer 2027

Kruger Products | Memphis, TN

Launch Your Engineering Career with a Leading Tissue Manufacturer

At Kruger Products, we manufacture some of the tissue products used every day in homes across North America. Our Memphis facility is a large-scale, technically advanced paper mill where we produce high-quality tissue products through sophisticated manufacturing processes involving papermaking, converting, automation, reliability engineering, utilities, and continuous improvement initiatives. Our engineers play a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable operations across the facility.

We are currently recruiting Engineering Co-Ops and Interns for Summer 2027 who are eager to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This is not a job-shadowing program. Students work directly alongside experienced engineers, operators, maintenance professionals, and manufacturing leaders while contributing to real business projects that create measurable impact.

Engineering Majors of Interest

We are seeking students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in:

• Chemical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Automation Engineering
• Or other closely related engineering disciplines

What You'll Experience

Depending on business needs and your area of study, projects may include:

• Manufacturing process optimization
• Continuous improvement initiatives
• Reliability and maintenance projects
• Process controls and automation
• Electrical systems improvement
• Energy and utilities projects
• Equipment performance analysis
• Safety and risk reduction initiatives
• Data analysis and problem-solving projects
• Standard operating procedure development
• Lean manufacturing, 5S, and operational excellence initiatives

You will have the opportunity to work directly with engineers and operational leaders while developing practical skills that cannot be learned in a classroom environment alone.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for students who are curious, driven, and excited about solving real-world manufacturing challenges.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline listed above
• Completed at least the second semester of your freshman year by Summer 2027
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 preferred
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrated initiative through work experience, project teams, student organizations, research, athletics, or leadership activities
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Desire to learn and contribute in a manufacturing setting
• Interest in industrial operations, reliability, automation, process improvement, or engineering design

Our Selection Philosophy

We seek high-potential students who demonstrate:

• Initiative
• Accountability
• Continuous learning
• Teamwork
• Safety awareness
• Strong work ethic

While academic performance is important, we recognize that success is not measured by GPA alone. We encourage students who have challenged themselves through leadership experiences, hands-on projects, work experience, student organizations, or personal growth opportunities to apply.

We're interested in identifying future engineering talent with the potential to grow into long-term careers within manufacturing.

Program Types

Summer Internship

• Full-time summer experience
• Meaningful project ownership
• Professional mentorship
• Networking opportunities with engineering and plant leadership

Engineering Co-Op

• Extended work-term opportunities
• Deeper project involvement
• Exposure to multiple engineering functions
• Opportunity to build long-term relationships within the business

Why Kruger Products?

At Kruger Products Memphis, you will:

• Work in a technologically advanced tissue manufacturing facility
• Gain hands-on experience with real engineering challenges
• Learn from experienced engineering and manufacturing professionals
• Contribute to projects that directly impact production, safety, reliability, and operational performance
• Build skills that will prepare you for a successful engineering career