Environmental Engineer Co-op: Wastewater & Compliance

Packaging Corporation of America; International Falls (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life, AD&D, and disability coverage

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is seeking an Environmental Co Op/Intern to join our Minnesota milling operations. The role emphasizes collecting, analyzing, and managing environmental samples such as wastewater and stormwater, and maintaining lab equipment while assisting with SOP updates.

You will help maintain emissions data and regulatory reports, participate in projects on wastewater treatment and compliance, and work with environmental engineers and mill staff to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• GPA a minimum of 3.0/4.0 is required.
• Must be a permanent U.S. resident with a valid driver's license.
• Majoring in Chemical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering or related field and have completed freshman year at time of co-op.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and manage environmental samples including wastewater, stormwater, and other mill process areas.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and update or create SOPs as needed.
• Maintain and improve environmental records and documentation systems including emissions data and regulatory reports.
• Participate in environmental engineering projects related to wastewater treatment, landfill operations, residuals management, and regulatory compliance.
• Utilize environmental and production data systems to identify trends and improve compliance management processes.
• Collaborate with environmental engineers and mill personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant mill operations.

Skills

Environmental sampling

Data analysis

Education

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is seeking an Environmental Co Op/Intern to join our Minnesota milling operations. The role emphasizes collecting, analyzing, and managing environmental samples such as wastewater and stormwater, and maintaining lab equipment while assisting with SOP updates.

You will help maintain emissions data and regulatory reports, participate in projects on wastewater treatment and compliance, and work with environmental engineers and mill staff to ensure safe,