Manufacturing Engineering Co-op - Hands-On Mentorship

Smurfit Westrock; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Hands-on mentorship

Engineering training & development

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Fall Intern/Co-op for 2027 across multiple U.S. paper mill facilities.

The role involves applying engineering fundamentals to large-scale manufacturing, supporting safety, productivity, and energy efficiency projects, and collaborating with operations, maintenance and engineering teams. Ideal candidates are engineering students who can commit to a full-time schedule August–December 2027 and demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited engineering program pursuing a degree in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Paper Science/Engineering.
• Ability to work effectively in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Commit to a full-time schedule for the co-op term.
• Adherence to safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering fundamentals to real‑world manufacturing challenges.
• Analyze operational data and present findings to leadership.
• Support continuous improvement and cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, EHS, and engineering teams.
• Assist with day-to-day tasks and project work.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Education

Pursuing degree in Chemical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Paper Science/Engineering

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Fall Intern/Co-op for 2027 across multiple U.S. paper mill facilities.

The role involves applying engineering fundamentals to large-scale manufacturing, supporting safety, productivity, and energy efficiency projects, and collaborating with operations, maintenance and engineering teams. Ideal candidates are engineering students who can commit to a full-time schedule August–December 2027 and demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and