Process Engineering Internship/Co-Op

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a Process Control Engineer Coop/Intern to join our team at the Big Island, Virginia Mill. Big Island is located near Lynchburg in central Virginia.

Your Job

The desired candidate must demonstrate customer focus as well as strategic & economic thinking, possess good problem-solving skills, and enjoy collaborating across the organization. This position supports all control throughout the mill and will be responsible for designing and implementing control improvements while working with others to maintain and troubleshoot the mill's control systems. As a coop/intern you will be supported by a dedicated mentor in the process control group and gain real-world, hands-on experience, with the opportunity to tackle significant projects, problem-solve, and take ownership of their work.

Alongside your day-to-day role, the Koch Intern Program offers an opportunity to learn more about Koch, our people, Principle Based Management through weekly learning sessions. This 12-week program will allow you to experience Life at Koch, as you start your career and go anywhere within our network of companies.

What You Will Do

• Support process operations (your customer) by troubleshooting installed systems to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of these systems.
• Partner with operations to implement new technologies that support advanced manufacturing.
• Work closely with mill personnel to identify opportunities and solve problems
• Be involved in the controls and automation design, implementation, and support of hardware and software systems for mill process control equipment systems.
• Support optimization and Advanced Process Control efforts.
• Support of the mill safety program both personally and through observation.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Enrolled in a college degree program in electrical or chemical engineering.
• Eligible for full time employment on or before January 2026.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

We believe that everyone should be an entrepreneur no matter what role they are in. As an intern, co-op, or full-time hire, there are countless opportunities for you to be challenged, have your voice heard, and gain real experience within our companies.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day -to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Our Benefits

Koch-company full-time interns/co-ops are eligible for a comprehensive medical plan that comes with prescription drug coverage and expert resources including second opinions and surgery support as well as weight and diabetes management. We focus on making healthcare resources available through advanced apps, from the comfort of home. With enrollment in the medical plan you have access to a tax-free savings opportunity for healthcare expenses (Health Savings Account).

You and all members of your household are automatically enrolled in the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for professional mental health counseling, financial and legal consultations and concierge-level support for work-life balance like helping finding child, elder or pet care - at no cost to you.

Equal Opportunities