Process Engineer Intern: Paper Science & Production

SWM International; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay: $22.00–$25.00/hr

10-week internship program

Job summary

Mativ is seeking a Process Engineer Intern for a 10-week internship at the Whiting, WI mill starting May 2027. The intern will gain exposure to operations, multi-functional teams, real-time production, and project work with leadership interaction.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Paper Science, Chemistry, or Engineering degree and demonstrate initiative, strong communication, and teamwork. Safety, process optimization, and documentation tasks form the core responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree in Paper Science, Chemistry, or Engineering.
• At least 1 full year of coursework completed (preference for 2+ years).
• Solid Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Strong initiative and drive, with a curiosity to learn and improve the business.
• Ability to analyze information to find opportunities and communicate findings.
• Able to pass pre-employment checks and minimum age requirement.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and promote a safe work environment.
• Work with the team on process efficiency improvements, cost savings, and technology advancement.
• Update existing mill documentation and drawings.
• Identify paper defects and develop plans to resolve them.
• Participate in new customer or product trials.
• Attend meetings with leadership and report on tasks.
• Modify or create standard operating procedures with leadership.
• Undertake project work as assigned by mill management.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Paper Science

Chemistry

Engineering

Job description

Mativ is seeking a Process Engineer Intern for a 10-week internship at the Whiting, WI mill starting May 2027. The intern will gain exposure to operations, multi-functional teams, real-time production, and project work with leadership interaction.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Paper Science, Chemistry, or Engineering degree and demonstrate initiative, strong communication, and teamwork. Safety, process optimization, and documentation tasks form the core responsibilities.