Mechanical Engineering Intern — Summer 2027 (Manufacturing)

Georgia Pacific Corp.; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 at our Dixie facility in Fort Smith, AR. The internship offers hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting, supporting innovation, process efficiency, equipment reliability, and quality assurance, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

As part of the program, you will gain exposure to Koch principles, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build a professional network.

Qualifications

• Enrolled and currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering field.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or sponsorship.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems.
• Eligible for full-time employment on or before Summer 2028.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Interns work in a manufacturing facility to help support innovation, process efficiency, equipment reliability, and quality assurance, with compliance, safety, and health as overarching priorities.

Skills

Degree not yet completed? pursue ME/)

US work authorization

Troubleshooting mechanical systems

Education

Pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree or related field

Job description

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 at our Dixie facility in Fort Smith, AR. The internship offers hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting, supporting innovation, process efficiency, equipment reliability, and quality assurance, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

As part of the program, you will gain exposure to Koch principles, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build a professional network.