Electrical Engineer Co-Op/Intern - Tomahawk Mill

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People • Customers • Trust


PCA is seeking Electrical Engineer Co-Ops at our mill in Tomahawk, WI. This is an opportunity to complete a 9-month term from January-August 2027 or May-December 2027. Students in junior status with industry experience may be considered for a Summer 2027 term.
Work with mill electrical engineers on the planning, designing, installation, and commissioning of electrical equipment. Some examples of equipment could include motors, motor control centers (MCCs), lighting, valves, buttons/switches, monitoring devices (sensors, cameras, etc.), instrumentation, etc.
Update AutoCAD drawings and create new drawings for new projects/equipment.
Lead and/or assist with project management. Projects may be strictly electrical equipment install/repair/replacement or be part of larger projects involving multiple engineering disciplines. Co-ops will need to communicate and coordinate with operations, contractors, and mill maintenance shops to ensure smooth project installation and startup. Project management will include monitoring costs, managing time restraints, and making sure things are done safely.
Basic Qualifications:
Working towards bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
Experience using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, AutoCAD and Project.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Must possess a valid driver's license.


COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• $25-$30 per hour based on school status and experience.
• 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.
• Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.