Engineering Intern II

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

MISSION / SUMMARY:

The position of Intern is to provide interns with practical professional work experience within the Board Mill.  

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:

• Current student in good standing pursuing a degree in Paper and Pulp, Engineering, Safety or related field.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Desire to work on projects.
• Leadership skills.
• Good analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability and desire to work in team environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications.

SCHEDULE DEMANDS:

• Initially training will be completed on day shift.
• Flexible work schedule to meet demands of current course load.
• Must be able to work rotating weekends.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing for extended periods.
• Awkward and/or repetitive movements.
• Moving or lifting of equipment, materials, and tools up to 50 lbs repeatedly for an 8 hr. shift.
• Climbing extension ladders, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or movement within

confined areas.

• Work in buildings and areas of fluctuating temperature and weather.
• Job requires exposure to weather, dirt, grease, fumes and heat.

GPI’s Benefit Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process.  We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.  Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email accommodations@graphicpkg.com.