Spring 2027 Engineering Project Co-Op

Georgia Pacific; Big Island (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific Big Island in Virginia is seeking a Spring 2027 Project Engineering Co-Op to support the containerboard mill. The rotation runs January through May 2027.

You’ll gain hands-on exposure to engineering workflows, project lifecycle management, and problem solving in a fast-paced team. The program welcomes students from multiple engineering disciplines and offers cross-functional collaboration with operations or maintenance.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a degree or alternative program (e.g., 2-year technical college, certificate, upskilling).
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without visa sponsorship.
• Enrolled and currently pursuing a Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural Engineering or Construction Management degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of technical projects.
• Gather and organize project data; help prepare engineering documentation and participate in design reviews.
• Support scheduling, progress tracking, and communication of updates with project managers; collaborate with operations or maintenance.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Construction Mgmt

Mechanical Eng

Electrical Eng

Chemical Eng

Industrial Eng

Pulp & Paper Science

Education

Enrolled in an engineering degree or equivalent program

US work authorization

Job description

Georgia-Pacific Big Island in Virginia is seeking a Spring 2027 Project Engineering Co-Op to support the containerboard mill. The rotation runs January through May 2027.

You’ll gain hands-on exposure to engineering workflows, project lifecycle management, and problem solving in a fast-paced team. The program welcomes students from multiple engineering disciplines and offers cross-functional collaboration with operations or maintenance.