Environmental Co Op/Intern

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

401k with match

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life, AD&D & disability insurance

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is seeking an Environmental Co‑Op/Intern for hands‑on experience at PCA's mills and box plants. You will support environmental surveys, sample analysis, and documentation while learning about wastewater treatment and compliance.

Ideal candidates are engineering majors with a 3.0+ GPA, US residency, and a drive to contribute to sustainable operations. The position includes travel to PCA locations and a 75% travel expectation.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0/4.0 or higher required.
• Permanent U.S. resident with valid driver's license.
• Pursuing or completed freshman year in relevant engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Visit mill and box plant sites to assist with environmental surveys and audits.
• Collect and analyze environmental samples (wastewater, stormwater) and manage SOPs.
• Maintain environmental records and documentation systems.
• Participate in projects related to wastewater treatment and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with site staff to ensure safe and compliant operations.

Skills

Environmental Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Education

Majoring in Chemical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering

Job description

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People * Customers * Trust

Environmental Co Op/Intern

We are seeking resumes for an E Environmental Engineering Co-op. The primary responsibilities for an environmental engineering co-op include:

• Site visits to mill and box plant locations to assist with environmental surveys and audits
• Collect, analyze, and manage environmental samples including wastewater, stormwater, and other process areas. Maintain laboratory equipment and update or create SOPs as needed.
• Maintain and improve environmental records and documentation systems.
• Participate in environmental engineering projects related to wastewater treatment, landfill operations, residuals management, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with environmental corporate and site staff to help ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operations.
• Additional duties as requested by management.

Basic Qualifications:

Required:

A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 is required and must be a permanent U.S. resident with a valid driver's license. Must be majoring in Chemical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering or a related field and have completed freshman year or will have completed freshman year at time of co-op or internship.

Preferred:

Currently a member of the paper foundation at the following schools: Auburn University, Georgia Tech University, University of Maine, Miami University (Ohio), University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, NC State University, SUNY ESF, University of Washington - Seattle, Western Michigan University, University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point, or currently enrolled at any State University or Technological University in the following states: AL, FL, GA, IL, ID, LA, MI, MN, MS, NC, ND, OH, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI. Students that sign up for interviews during the Career Fairs and On-Campus Interview days will be given first consideration.

Position will be based at one of PCA's 10 mill locations with a 75% travel expectation accompanied by other PCA corporate environmental staff.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Starting salary for position: $25-$30/hour, depending on year in school.
• Bonus: Annual - Based upon achievement of plant performance
• Paid Holidays.
• Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision - and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
• Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA's good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer