Smurfit Westrock SkillBridge Program - Military

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE : SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose : Innovate Boldly.

Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Warriors to Smurfit Westrock SkillBridge Program

Thank you for your interest in participating in the Smurfit Westrock SkillBridge Program. Most of all, thank you for your service.

Our Military & Veteran Engagement Program is dedicated to attracting, employing, and retaining military and veterans.

At Smurfit Westrock, selected full-time positions have been made into SkillBridge Program opportunities. These roles are unique opportunities forActive-Duty US Armed Forces service members with authorization to participate in theDoD SkillBridge program as directed by their respective command.

The Smurfit WestRockSkillBridge Program is a 90-day training program located at select manufacturing plant locations across the U.

S.During the program, participants will be trained in various disciplines as it pertains to the operations of a paper and packaging plant.

Training curriculum includesrequired tasks in operations, maintenance, production, shipping / receiving, quality, and safety.

Prior to the completion of the 90-day program, participants will be given an opportunity to interview for a full-time position in one of these departments at the plant.

All our SkillBridge Program opportunities are intended to give participants industry exposure and on-the-job work experience.

Participants will be given an opportunity to interview for a full-time position towards the end of the program.

Program Requirements

Must be an active-duty U.S. Military member with 180 days of time in service remaining.

Active-duty National Guard and Reserve members should contact their local Education and / or Transition Office for more information on SkillBridge Program eligibility.

Must meet DoD SkillBridge Program qualifications to participate in the program.

Received Unit Commander (first O-4 / Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of program.

Next Steps

Please follow the following steps to successfully apply for the Smurfit Westrock SkillBridge Program.

Complete the SkillBridge Program survey

Identify and apply for the Warriors to Smurfit Westrock SkillBridge Program opportunity in our career center.

Thank you again for exploring career opportunities at Smurfit Westrock. We are honored and humbled to be considered as a top employer for your next career.

Reach out to Jennifer Allen at for any questions about the program and eligibility.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included.

Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.