Environmental Co Op/Intern

About the role

We are seeking resumes for an Environmental Engineering Co-op. The primary responsibilities for an environmental engineering co-op include:

Responsibilities

• Site visits to mill and box plant locations to assist with environmental surveys and audits
• Collect, analyze, and manage environmental samples including wastewater, stormwater, and other process areas
• Maintain laboratory equipment and update or create SOPs as needed
• Maintain and improve environmental records and documentation systems
• Participate in environmental engineering projects related to wastewater treatment, landfill operations, residuals management, and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with environmental corporate and site staff to help ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operations
• Additional duties as requested by management

Required Qualifications

• A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0
• Must be a permanent U.S. resident with a valid driver's license
• Must be majoring in Chemical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering or a related field and have completed freshman year or will have completed freshman year at time of co-op or internship

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently a member of the paper foundation at the following schools: Auburn University, Georgia Tech University, University of Maine, Miami University (Ohio), University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, NC State University, SUNY ESF, University of Washington – Seattle, Western Michigan University, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, or currently enrolled at any State University or Technological University in the following states: AL, FL, GA, IL, ID, LA, MI, MN, MS, NC, ND, OH, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI
• Students that sign up for interviews during the Career Fairs and On-Campus Interview days will be given first consideration

Pay

• Starting salary for position: $25-$30/hour, depending on year in school
• Bonus: Annual – Based upon achievement of plant performance

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

Position will be based at one of PCA's 10 mill locations with a 75% travel expectation accompanied by other PCA corporate environmental staff.