Chemical Engineer CO OP Counce Mill Spring 2027

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At Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), we think of ourselves as more than a box manufacturer. We are an ideas and solutions company. We seek to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. It just happens to be that corrugated products are our area of expertise.

At PCA, you’ll find the best people in the industry operating in a “golden rule” culture. We actively promote mutually rewarding relationships with each other and our customers by advocating respect for every individual, ethical and fair practices, and the highest standards in what we say and do.

About the role

Co-Op Process Engineer – Spring 2027 4 openings

Responsibilities

• Coordinate special testing of various samples throughout the papermaking process.
• Work with Process Engineers as a resource for daily troubleshooting issues.
• Second and Third Term students will be assigned to production areas to further their development.
• Work on special project assignments to assist engineers, teach responsibility, and improve communication.
• Extensively utilize computer software for data input and process information systems.
• Special testing will include determining BTU values of various materials using a Bomb Calorimeter, Carl Fischer Titration, Mass Spectroscopy and Gas Chromatography.

Qualifications

• Must have co-oped at least one semester with PCA and be currently enrolled at Mississippi State University, The University of Mississippi, Auburn University, University of Alabama, University of Maine, University of North Carolina State, Texas A&M University, University of Miami Ohio, Tennessee Technology University, or any University of TN and majoring in Electrical Engineering or a related field and have completed the freshman year.
• A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 is required and must be a permanent U.S. resident.
• Preferred: Students that sign up for interviews through University during the Career Fairs and On-Campus Interview days will be given first consideration.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays.
• Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.

Compensation

• Starting salary for position: $25-$30

Contact

To apply, qualified applicants must visit careers.packagingcorp.com.