Process Optimization Intern — Chemical Engineering

Georgia Pacific; New Augusta (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific invites a Chemical Engineering student to join Leaf River Cellulose mill in New Augusta, MS as a co-op/intern. The role emphasizes learning from an Optimization Team mentor, analyzing process data, and identifying opportunities to improve operations.

The position requires ~40 hours/week with multiple semesters remaining, aiming to develop into a full-time process engineer. This is a hands-on, learning-rich internship in a world-class pulp mill environment.

Qualifications

• This co-op position is available to college students enrolled in chemical engineering.
• Must be able work approximately 40 hours per week.
• At least 2 full semesters of school remaining, more is preferable.
• Ability to digest, retain, and communicate technical concepts concisely and effectively.
• Experience identifying opportunities and implementing solutions.

Responsibilities

• Ability to monitor and analyze process data.
• Identify and participate in deployment of process improvement opportunities.
• Presentation of process findings and recommendations.
• Be self-directed and engaged in active learning of facility specific processes.
• Build understanding of terminologies used in pulp and paper industry.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in field troubleshooting and meeting discussions.
• Document solutions and/or repairs using work process tools.
• Become equipped with deep understanding of our company philosophy.

Skills

Process data analysis

Process improvement

Presentation skills

Self-directed learning

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Chemical Engineering major

Job description

Georgia-Pacific invites a Chemical Engineering student to join Leaf River Cellulose mill in New Augusta, MS as a co-op/intern. The role emphasizes learning from an Optimization Team mentor, analyzing process data, and identifying opportunities to improve operations.

The position requires ~40 hours/week with multiple semesters remaining, aiming to develop into a full-time process engineer. This is a hands-on, learning-rich internship in a world-class pulp mill environment.