Design Intern

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

People • Customers • Trust

At Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), we think of ourselves as more than a box manufacturer. We are an ideas and solutions company. We seek to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. It just happens to be that corrugated products are our area of expertise.

At PCA, you’ll find the best people in the industry operating in a “golden rule” culture. We actively promote mutually rewarding relationships with each other and our customers by advocating respect for every individual, ethical and fair practices, and the highest standards in what we say and do. PCA is proud to have a highly skilled and experienced team leading the way.

As one of the largest producers of containerboard and corrugated packaging products in the U.S., PCA offers customers broad expertise and economies of scale, while our multiple plant locations let us rapidly meet the local needs of our customers.

Designer Intern

As a Designer Intern you will play a key role on the Marshfield, WI Design Team that supports PCA’s customers.  In this role you will collaborate with customers and other team members to evaluate customers’ needs and expectations, design packaging, build prototypes and make samples to submit to customers to ensure they receive cost effective and aesthetically appealing design solutions per their expectations.  Prepare CAD specifications for production during the manufacturing process and partner with other team members to fulfill customer requests and offer guidance in respect to optimizing department and manufacturing efficiency.     

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in the Packaging Engineering program at the University of Wisconsin - Stout  
• Knowledge of corrugated structural design principals

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & visual)
• Creative thinking and problem solving skills

• Demonstrated critical thinking abilities
• Ability to learn quickly and apply new concepts
• Close attention to detail and commitment to flawless execution
• Technical understanding, must be proficient in the use of CAD software, Microsoft Office, materials and manufacturing process

• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously

PCA is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Starting salary for position: $20.00 per hour.  

• Paid Holidays.
• 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.