Overview

We are actively pursuing a student with Chemical Engineering or Paper Science background to complete a 8 month Co-Op program at the Whiting Mill in Stevens Point, WI starting in May 2023. The Co-Op will provide exposure to many aspects of operations including a multi-functional team setting, real time production, process experience and project work with specific deliverables and exposure to the mill leadership team. Interns will participate in mills and production line operations to learn technical properties and quality issues of paper or paper based materials.

Ideal candidates will possess high initiative and drive, with a curiosity to perpetually learn and improve our business. Key requirements include the ability to analyze information to find opportunities, effectively communicate, and work collaboratively in a team setting.

Wages will range from $20.00 - $25.00 based on experience.

• Work with Technical team on process efficiency improvements, cost savings and/or technology advancement.
• Attending meetings with leadership team, reporting out and assigned tasks from meeting.
• Work with engineers and identify paper defects.
• Participate in new customer trials.
• Work with leadership to modify or create standard operating procedures.
• Project work as assigned by mill management.

• Individual must be currently enrolled and working toward a degree with a concentration in Paper Science, Chemistry or Engineering discipline.
• Student will need to have completed a minimum of 1-full years of course work with preference for individuals who have completed 2-full years.
• Preference is a minimum 3.0 GPA in your academic field of study.
• Must have solid Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel.
• Ideal candidates will possess high initiative and drive, with a curiosity to perpetually learn and improve our business.
• Key requirements include the ability to analyze information to find opportunities, effectively synthesize and communicate findings, and work collaboratively in a team setting.