Fall 2026 Engineering Co-Op (Part-Time)

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

At Greif, we offer students the opportunity to apply classroom learning to real-world manufacturing and engineering challenges. As a global leader in industrial packaging, Greif is committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating an environment where every colleague's ideas are valued.

As a part-time Engineering Co-Op at our Alsip Steel facility, you will gain hands-on experience supporting maintenance, reliability, and engineering initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role provides exposure to project management, equipment reliability, documentation systems, and continuous improvement efforts while working alongside experienced maintenance and engineering professionals.

This Co-Op will enable you to:

• Apply engineering concepts in a manufacturing setting
• Develop technical, analytical, and project management skills
• Gain exposure to maintenance and reliability engineering practices
• Build professional relationships with engineering and operations leaders
• Explore career opportunities within manufacturing and industrial operations
• Contribute to meaningful projects that support plant performance and safety

As an Engineering Co-Op, you will support maintenance and engineering activities across several focus areas:

• →Attend professional development, networking, and learning events
• →Contribute to department goals and project deliverables
• →Perform other duties as assigned

This position is intended to provide learning opportunities and exposure to engineering processes. Interns will not:

• →Perform work covered under the Alsip Steel collective bargaining agreement
• →Lead large capital projects independently
• →Perform electrical work on operating production equipment
• →Perform mechanical work on operating production equipment
• →Operate manufacturing machinery or production equipment

• Assist with small capital and continuous improvement projects
• Support machine upgrade initiatives and facility modernization efforts
• Participate in project planning, tracking, and execution
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams on assigned projects

• Organize and maintain engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Document updates to electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic drawings
• Assist in developing and revising maintenance procedures and work instructions
• Support preventive maintenance (PM) and work order creation within maintenance systems

• Analyze equipment and maintenance data to identify improvement opportunities
• Assist with root cause corrective action (RCCA) investigations
• Participate in equipment troubleshooting activities under supervision
• Support reliability and continuous improvement initiatives

• Participate in supervised bench testing and offline projects
• Assist with light electrical and mechanical troubleshooting under direct supervision
• Support engineering evaluations and equipment assessments

• Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Engineering Technology or related field
• Sophomore standing or above by Fall 2026
• Good academic standing with your institution
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Available to work 15 to 25 hours per week during the academic year
• Ability to commute to the Alsip, Illinois facility

• Interest in manufacturing, maintenance, reliability, or industrial engineering
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, CAD software, or technical documentation
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing systems through coursework or projects

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on a team
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Experience participating in engineering clubs, student organizations, technical projects, or internships

At Greif, you'll gain practical engineering experience while working on projects that directly impact our operations. You'll be supported by experienced professionals who are invested in your growth and development, helping you build the skills and confidence needed to launch your career.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential. 

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We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.