Your Job
Georgia-Pacific (GP) is seeking Safety Interns to join our teams this upcoming Summer 2026 at one of our many nationwide locations. The Georgia-Pacific Safety Internship Program is a 12-week summer program designed to provide meaningful real-work experience. Our interns will gain exposure to products that GP manufactures, as well as the diverse safety functions and responsibilities that a Safety Leader has at a manufacturing location. Planned career networking events and focused mentoring prepare our interns for a career within the Georgia-Pacific safety team.
Georgia-Pacific, a Koch company, is one of the world's leading manufacturers and marketers of building products, tissue, packaging, paper, cellulose, and related chemicals. The company employs more than 30,000 people at approximately 300 locations in North and South America. Georgia-Pacific creates long-term value by using resources efficiently to provide innovative products and solutions that meet the needs of customers and society, while operating in a manner that is environmentally and socially responsible and economically sound.
Our Team
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. Sound exciting? Do you want to be a part of meaningful work? Kickstart your career with us by applying today! Our full-time opportunities are in-person nationwide!
Responsibilities may include work in the following areas:
Occupational safety
Occupational health
Industrial hygiene
Fire safety / hazardous materials
Process Safety
Environmental safety
Emergency preparedness
Construction safety
What You Will Do
While participating in the summer internship program, you will:
Interact with experienced EH&S professionals who will help you connect your classroom learnings to a real-world manufacturing site
Streamline safety processes and procedures
Participate in incident investigations, chemical monitoring, or safety inspections
Gain experience in safe work practices, emergency response, and support our vision of injury-free operations
Understand, develop, and apply Principle Based Management.
At Koch, interns gain real-world, hands-on experience, with the opportunity to tackle significant projects, solve problems, 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, and the local community you will be working in, all while growing your network. Through weekly learning sessions, location-specific programming, and professional development, we aim to help every individual grow and learn how they can best contribute. 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.
The locations available are below. Please note that availability of these locations may change throughout the recruiting season. When you submit your application, you will be asked to provide the location preference(s) that you are willing to consider an offer from:
Albion, MI
Batavia, NY
Camas, WA
Crossett, AR
Darlington, SC
Fletcher, OK
Bowling Green, KY
Cumberland City, TN
Halsey, OR
Hattiesburg, MS
Mount Wolf, PA
Port Hudson (Zachary), LA
Sweetwater, TX
Waxahachie, TX
Wheatfield, IN
West Chester, OH
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
Enrolled in a degree or alternative program. (e.g., 2-year technical college program, certificate program, upskilling program, etc.)
Ability to relocate per program requirements
Eligible for full-time employment on or before Summer 2027
Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship
What Will Put You Ahead
Analytical and organizational skills
Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks
Interpersonal communication and collaborative teamwork
Effective oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in Excel, Access and other Microsoft applications is preferred
Ability to learn new software applications quickly
Enrolled in an Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, Environmental Safety Management, Emergency & Disaster Management, or related Engineering degree program
For this role, we anticipate paying between $28- $30 per hour.
This role is not eligible for VISA Sponsorship.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
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... For full info follow application link.
