Environmental Engineer Co-op

About the Role

We are seeking an Environmental Co‑op at our Rhinelander, Wisconsin plant for the 2027 Spring semester and summer (January – August). This position provides hands‑on experience in environmental compliance, data collection and analysis, field investigations, engineering design, process improvement, technical reporting, wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) operations, and day‑to‑day operational assistance. You will work in an engaged, team‑focused environment while building skills for your future.

Responsibilities

• Follow Ahlstrom’s manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures, and policies to meet safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Support environmental inspections, audits, site assessments, and day‑to‑day operations.
• Assist with monitoring programs related to air, water, wastewater, stormwater, waste, hazardous materials, and other environmental areas.
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of environmental permits, reports, plans, and compliance documentation.
• Support energy, sustainability, and environmental improvement initiatives.
• Assist with environmental sampling, fieldwork, data collection, and project planning as needed.
• Assist WWTP plant operators and maintenance with day‑to‑day wastewater treatment activities.
• Perform or assist with basic water quality testing and laboratory analyses.
• Update standard operating procedures as needed.
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes and bring fresh perspectives.

Requirements

• Authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
• Enrolled in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Willing to live in or relocate to the Rhinelander, Wisconsin area for January – August 2027.
• Ability to work full‑time for the duration of the position.
• Strong desire to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication skills with people at all organizational levels.
• Strong technical aptitude and proven problem‑solving abilities.

Pay

$27.00 per hour.

Schedule

Full‑time position from January through August 2027 (Spring semester and summer). Student housing or a housing stipend is available.

About Us

Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Our purpose is to “Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World.” We serve the Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, Protective Materials, and Performance Materials segments, delivering safe and sustainable solutions. In 2025, net sales were EUR 2.9 billion, and we employ approximately 7,000 people worldwide.