RETURNING Engineering Co-op\/Intern Spring 2027

Engineering Intern or Co-Op students will be assigned to a Process Engineering, Project Engineering, or Reliability focus area depending on their major and interest.

Must have completed at least one semester at PCA.

Responsibilities vary by area, but may include: 

• Coordinate and evaluate trials on the paper machines, pulp mill, secondary fiber, or other parts of the mill.
• Conduct routine pulp and paper tests that are required for evaluation of trials or for trouble shooting on the machines.
• Monitor key process sensing equipment to determine accuracy and reliability. If a problem is detected implement the repair.
• Conduct routine pulp quality tests on a weekly basis. These tests include efficiencies, consistencies, and critical solids verifications, along with any others tha6t are deemed necessary.
• Conduct periodic monitoring of key consistency loops on stock chests. Also, interface with the E/l Department in order to improve loops that are not functioning correctly.
• Order and maintain routine laboratory supplies and chemical solutions.
• Assist in the start-up of paper machines from monthly shutdowns.
• Conduct critical paper machine maintenance inspections.
• Update lab MSDS's for materials and chemicals used in the lab.
• Project management tasks
• Maintenance and reliability tasks
• Other duties as needs and interest arise.

Educational Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled student majoring in Chemical Engineering, Paper Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related major and have completed the freshman year.
• A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 is required.
• You must be eligible to work in the US on a full time basis.  

Abilities/Skills:

• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Candidate must display maturity and a high level of professionalism.

Employer Expectations:

• The intern/co-op student must take ownership of their work and work area. 
• The ability to work with other mill personnel, operators, and supervisors is a requirement. 
• A positive work attitude is essential.

Housing/Relocation Information for Intern/Co-Op Term:

• A housing stipend may be offered up to $1000 grossed-up per month if necessary
• PCA will reimburse the student for the move to their new housing upon starting the internship/co-op as well as the return home at the end of their work experience.

Pay is dependent on the student's year in school.