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Electrical Engineer Intern

CompanyPCA
LocationTomahawk
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 16, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will work with mill electrical engineers on planning, designing, installing, and commissioning electrical equipment. They will also update AutoCAD drawings and assist with project management, ensuring smooth project installation and startup.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
6621
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
PCA is the third-largest producer of containerboard in the United States and the third-largest producer of uncoated freesheet in North America, based on production capacity. We have approximately 15,400 employees, with operations within the United States. PCA’s Packaging segment includes seven containerboard mills and approximately 85 corrugated converting plants. In 2024, PCA produced about 294 billion square feet (BSF) of containerboard and shipped 67 BSF of corrugated products. PCA’s Paper segment operates under the trade name Boise Paper, a Division of Packaging Corporation of America. We manufacture and sell white papers, including both commodity and specialty papers. PCA’s net sales for 2024 were $8.4 billion. The company’s corporate headquarters are located in Lake Forest, Illinois. PCA combines great products with a creative and knowledgeable total-service team to provide ideas and solutions for any packaging need: "When you choose Packaging Corporation of America, you work with people who do the right things for each other and for our customers. We believe in utilizing the power of strong collaborative relationships, bound by the trust we have earned, to deliver innovative packaging solutions and an outstanding service experience."​
About the Role

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 an Electrical Engineer Intern at our mill in Tomahawk, WI.

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:

Must have previously worked at PCA Tomahawk Mill as an Electrical Engineer Intern or Summer Student.

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

 

  • Starting pay for position: $25.00 per hour. Increases based on current year in school.
  • 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.

 

Key Skills
Electrical EngineeringAutoCADProject ManagementMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word
Categories
EngineeringManufacturing
Benefits
Paid HolidaysMedical CoverageDental CoverageVision CoverageLife InsuranceAD&D CoverageDisability Coverage401k Plan