Georgia-Pacific Environmental Internship Summer 2026 - Pennington, AL

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Georgia-Pacific (GP) is seeking an Environmental Intern to join our team for Summer 2026 at Naheola Mill in Pennington, AL! A 12-week summer internship is an exceptional skill-building opportunity which prepares its participants for a career in the environmental field in a manufacturing setting.

The Naheola Mill is the largest employer in the community and actively supports community outreach, workforce development, and education. The area offers excellent outdoor activities, including world-class hunting and access to the Tombigbee River for fishing, boating, and water skiing. Residents enjoy a mild climate, low cost of living, and proximity to the Gulf Coast's beaches and resorts.

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 their role might be in the company. You will be provided with hands-on experience managing environmental obligations in a manufacturing environment. As a summer internship, 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!

What You Will Do

While participating in the summer internship program, you will:

• Be an integral part of the facility team while working with an experienced mentor.
• Receive hands-on training and practical application of environmental practices at GP, along with exposure to business and manufacturing processes.
• Participate in activities to drive environmental excellence and sustainability.
• Complete an unprecedented skill-building opportunity which prepares its participants for a career in EH&S at GP.
• 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 program offers an opportunity to learn more about Koch, our people, Principle Based Management, and all while growing your network. This program will allow you to experience Life at Koch , as you start your career and go anywhere within our network of companies.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Rising Sophomore or Junior in a bachelor's degree program or alternative program. (e.g., 2-year technical college program, certificate program, upskilling program, etc.)
• Ability to relocate per program requirements.
• 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

• Enrolled in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Health, Natural Sciences, or related Engineering degree program.

This role is not eligible for VISA Sponsorship.

At Koch, 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 we 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 business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits
Koch-company full-time interns/co-ops are eligible for a comprehensive medical plan that comes with prescription drug coverage and expert resources including second opinions and surgery support as well as weight and diabetes management. We focus on making healthcare resources available through advanced apps, from the comfort of home. With enrollment in the medical plan, you have access to a tax-free savings opportunity for healthcare expenses (Health Savings Account).

You and all members of your household are automatically enrolled in the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for professional mental health counseling, financial and legal consultations and concierge-level support for work-life balance like helping finding child, elder or pet care - at no cost to you.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: