Environmental Engineering Co-op: Wastewater & Compliance

Packaging Corporation; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

401k with company match

Health, dental, vision enrollment on _

Life AD&D disability coverage

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) invites Environmental Co‑Op/Intern candidates to join our team. This role supports environmental engineering activities across mill sites and emphasizes sample collection, data management, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with engineers and operations staff to improve processes while gaining hands‑on experience in wastewater, landfill, and residuals projects.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0/4.0 required.
• Must be a permanent U.S. resident with a valid driver's license.
• Majoring in Chemical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering or related field; freshman year completed or to be completed.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and manage environmental samples (wastewater, stormwater, mill processes).
• Maintain lab equipment and SOPs; update records and compliance reports.
• Participate in projects related to wastewater treatment, landfills, residuals, and regulatory compliance.
• Use data systems to identify trends and improve compliance processes.
• Collaborate with environmental engineers and mill staff to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Regulatory understanding

Education

Major in Chemical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Laboratory data systems

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) invites Environmental Co‑Op/Intern candidates to join our team. This role supports environmental engineering activities across mill sites and emphasizes sample collection, data management, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with engineers and operations staff to improve processes while gaining hands‑on experience in wastewater, landfill, and residuals projects.