Georgia-Pacific Project Engineering Co-Op - Big Island, VA (Spring 2027)

Georgia Pacific; Big Island (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific Big Island in Virginia is seeking a Spring 2027 Project Engineering Co-Op to support the containerboard mill. The rotation runs January through May 2027.

You’ll gain hands-on exposure to engineering workflows, project lifecycle management, and problem solving in a fast-paced team. The program welcomes students from multiple engineering disciplines and offers cross-functional collaboration with operations or maintenance.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a degree or alternative program (e.g., 2-year technical college, certificate, upskilling).
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without visa sponsorship.
• Enrolled and currently pursuing a Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural Engineering or Construction Management degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of technical projects.
• Gather and organize project data; help prepare engineering documentation and participate in design reviews.
• Support scheduling, progress tracking, and communication of updates with project managers; collaborate with operations or maintenance.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Construction Mgmt

Mechanical Eng

Electrical Eng

Chemical Eng

Industrial Eng

Pulp & Paper Science

Education

Enrolled in an engineering degree or equivalent program

US work authorization

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is seeking qualified candidates to consider for a Spring 2027 Project Engineering Co-Op opportunity supporting our containerboard mill located in Big Island, VA. The spring co-op rotation term is from January - May 2027. This role provides hands on exposure to real engineering workflows, project lifecycle management, and practical problem solving in a fast-paced team environment. We believe that everyone should be an entrepreneur no matter what role they are in. As an intern, co-op, or full-time hire, there are countless opportunities for you to be challenged, have your voice heard, and gain real experience within our companies.

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific Big Island is a fully integrated containerboard mill which employs approximately 300 employees and is located approximately 30 minutes North of Lynchburg, Virginia in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Half of the production is made from 100% recycled fiber, and the other half uses about 25% recycled fiber. The mill has a strong track record of performance and continues to benefit from extensive capital investments. Our culture is defined by Principle-Based Management. A philosophy which guides everyday decision making and provides employees with opportunities to contribute and personally benefit from the value they create.

What You Will Do

The Project Engineering Intern supports engineering teams by assisting with the planning, coordination, and execution of technical projects. Typical responsibilities include gathering and organizing project data, helping prepare engineering documentation, participating in design reviews, and supporting project managers with scheduling, tracking progress, and communicating updates. Interns may help troubleshoot technical issues, collaborate with cross functional teams such as operations or maintenance, and contribute to process improvements. This role provides handson exposure to real engineering workflows, project lifecycle management, and practical problemsolving in a fast-paced team environment.

Our program seeks talent from many disciplines including (but not limited to):

• Civil Engineering
• Construction Engineering/Management
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Pulp & Paper Science

Alongside your day-to-day role, the Koch Intern Program offers an opportunity to learn more about Koch, our people, Principle-Based Management (PBM) through weekly learning sessions. This 12-week program will allow you to experience Life at Koch, as you start your career and go anywhere within our network of companies.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Enrolled in a degree or alternative program (e.g., 2-year technical college program, certificate program, upskilling program, etc.)
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Enrolled and currently pursuing a degree in a Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Structural Engineering or Construction Management degree program

Pay & VISA

For this role, we anticipate paying $27 to $30 an hour.

This role is not eligible for VISA Sponsorship.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day -to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.