Stock Prep & Operations Process Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Ahlstrom-5; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahlstrom Stevens Point Mill is offering a Stock Prep/Operations Process Engineer Intern position for Summer 2027. The role supports the Production Team to meet safety, quality, production, and cost objectives on a paper machine process line.

Opportunities to learn alongside experienced engineers and potentially transition to a full-time role are highlighted. The internship runs May–August 2027 in Stevens Point, WI, with a pay rate of $27.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or similar Engineering degree program.
• Living in or willing to relocate to Stevens Point, WI area May–Aug 2027.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate product improvement or cost optimization projects by conducting trials and drafting trial reports.
• Assist with machine shutdowns and start-ups.
• Provide technical support for process engineers and coordinators using Proficy, Centerlining, Optivision and Aspentech.
• Monitor and analyze process quality and conditions to optimize performance.
• Support safety, productivity, quality, and cost-control initiatives.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related engineering degree

Tools

Proficy

Centerlining

Optivision

Aspentech

Job description

Ahlstrom Stevens Point Mill is offering a Stock Prep/Operations Process Engineer Intern position for Summer 2027. The role supports the Production Team to meet safety, quality, production, and cost objectives on a paper machine process line.

Opportunities to learn alongside experienced engineers and potentially transition to a full-time role are highlighted. The internship runs May–August 2027 in Stevens Point, WI, with a pay rate of $27.00 per hour.