Compensation/HRIS/Payroll Intern-Co-op

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

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 a Fortune 500 company and 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.

PCA is seeking to fill 1 Compensation/Payroll/HRIS Intern position at our corporate headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois.

Position Summary:

The internship/co-op within the Corporate departments of Compensation, Payroll and HRIS is intended to be a short-term opportunity for an undergraduate to obtain hands-on analytical and project management support for the company's Compensation programs. In further working with the Payroll and HRIS system, this includes participation in analyzing and auditing HR/Payroll related systems, month end reporting activities and preparation of payment requests. The primary component of the role will allow the individual to collaborate with not only the PCA HRIS/Compensation and Payroll team members but allow exposure to corporate culture and training aid in future career successes.

Decision Making:

The Intern has access to sensitive and confidential information and is expected to maintain and safeguard this information at all times. The Intern is responsible for assisting in the collection and evaluation of detailed information surrounding the compensation and jobs of the organization. This individual will make recommendations for the compensation processes and/or overall service delivery for the department.

Principle Accountabilities:

Under direct supervision of professional staff, provide entry-level professional support services in compensation as appropriate to the day-to-day operating objectives of the department.

Use acquired knowledge and skills to carry out and complete project activities.

Assist in the auditing of Payroll System totals in comparison to the General Ledger Accounting System.

Assist in regular month-end payroll activities and preparation of payment requests.

Provide assistance to the department for the compensation processes of merit, bonus and equity awards.

Assist in preparing and updating job descriptions.

Maintain knowledge and ensure the protection of hardware/software system security policies, practices and requirements.

Assist with on-demand tasks and serve on project teams as required.

Know and follow policies and procedures of the company, share information that would benefit other members of the team and find ways to improve the delivery of service to our customers.

Strive to continually strengthen PCA's business philosophy of meeting needs and exceeding expectation for customers specifically supporting PCA's Commitment to Service which involves doing what's right for our customers, focusing on strategies that add value and support growth, and keeping the promises that we make.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be currently enrolled and working towards a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, management information systems, finance/accounting or related field having completed freshman year or will have completed the freshman year when co-op begins.

Broad understanding of business principles, theories, concepts and practices.

Must be in good standing with the University with a minimum grade-point average of 3.0/4.0.

Experience using Microsoft Office Suites particularly Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word.

Successful completion of drug screen required and authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

High energy and intellectual curiosity.

Strong attention to details.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.

Solid written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate to multiple audiences and purposes.

Appreciation for the retention and management of confidential information.

Strong organizational skills.

Experience using Microsoft Access would be preferred.

Basic understanding of relational databases and human resources management systems is preferred.

Previous experience working in a team environment preferred, or a strong understand of the importance of open communication and information sharing among coworkers.

All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

• 1 Field Ct, Lake Forest, IL 60045, USA