INTERN/CO-OP - Fairfield

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. PCA is hiring one Intern/Co-op at our Fairfield Design Center for Fall 2026. Basic Qualifications Working towards Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design or Packaging Science/Engineering is required. Experience using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Artios, Auto Cad and 3D Rendering Programs. Knowledge‑Skills‑Abilities Must be able to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi‑task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers. Must exhibit excellent communication, analytical, organizational and computer skills. Must be capable of independently making sound decisions through creative problem‑solving. Must be capable of working with ambiguity and change. Compensation and Benefits Starting salary for position: $24 per hour. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Packaging-Corporation-of-America