Process Engineering Co-Op: Drive Paper & Packaging Innovation

Packaging Corporation of America; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

401k with employer matching

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) invites applicants for a Process Engineering Co-Op / Process Control Co-Op internship. The program targets chemical or paper engineering students and emphasizes mill-focused projects, data analysis, and testing to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.

Eligible candidates must meet GPA, residency, and age requirements. Starting compensation ranges from $25 to $30 per hour, with opportunities at PCA's mills nationwide.

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 is required.
• Must be a permanent U.S. resident with a valid driver's license.
• Majoring in Chemical or Paper Engineering or a related field and have completed freshman year or will have completed freshman year at time of co-op or internship.
• Must be 18 years or older at time of co-op/intern.
• Preferred: member of the paper foundation at selected schools and related states, with early interview opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Support process optimization and engineering projects that improve mill efficiency, reliability, quality, safety, and cost performance.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret process, production, and laboratory data to troubleshoot issues and support business decisions.
• Conduct routine pulp, paper, and chemical testing to support process evaluations, troubleshooting, and quality control.
• Monitor key process sensing equipment, consistency loops, and control systems to verify accuracy, reliability, and proper operation.
• Support startup activities, maintenance inspections, lab supply management, and updates to safety or chemical documentation.
• Additional duties as requested by management.

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) invites applicants for a Process Engineering Co-Op / Process Control Co-Op internship. The program targets chemical or paper engineering students and emphasizes mill-focused projects, data analysis, and testing to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.

Eligible candidates must meet GPA, residency, and age requirements. Starting compensation ranges from $25 to $30 per hour, with opportunities at PCA's mills nationwide.