Internships/Co-ops
Pella Corporation offers a world-class Internship/Co-op program. Our goal is to provide challenging work experiences that build on classroom studies and facilitate opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.
All interns/co-ops are important and productive members of the Pella team. They’ll have work responsibilities similar to entry-level professionals — but with extra support and opportunities tailored to a college student’s needs.
The Recruitment Process
- Meet with Pella Corporation representatives at your college/university career fair or during an on-campus interview.
Career fair and interview dates are posted in career centers and academic departments on campus, or you can use the event finder above.
- Candidates who are most likely to be successful in our internship/co-op program will be invited to one of Pella Corporation’s locations for our on-site interview process.
- We'll further explore your interests and abilities while we discuss your potential role on the Pella team.
The Comprehensive Program
There are five components to our Internship/Co-op Program.
1. Professional Development
Pella Corporation develops interns/co-ops by providing training, coaching, and various activities including corporate orientation, manager/mentor relationships, regular feedback, job shadowing and team participation. Interns/co-ops may also apply for a tuition scholarship.
2. Leadership Development
Pella Corporation develops interns/co-ops as future leaders both professionally and personally. The program includes lessons, activities, day trips, speakers, and the opportunity to interact with Pella’s Executive Leadership.
3. Diversity
Teamwork is a key part of the corporate culture at Pella Corporation. Diversity awareness and education is one way Pella Corporation seeks to ensure that all teams include ideas from many different points of view.
4. Community Relations
Pella Corporation interns/co-ops get involved in the Pella community by participating in a variety of charitable events.
5. College Relations
During and after our interns’/co-ops’ time with Pella Corporation, they may have valuable professional development opportunities to represent our company at various on-campus activities, such as career fairs, peer presentations and science fair judging.
Find and apply for internships
Entry-Level Positions
Pella is actively looking for recent college graduates who can bring leadership and communication skills, the ability to work with a team, a love for our product, and the drive for continuous improvement. At Pella, employees are building more than durable, beautiful products – they are building solid careers that will continue to excite and challenge them for years.
The Process
- Meet with Pella Corporation representatives at your college/university career fair or during an on-campus interview.
Career fair and interview dates are posted in career centers and academic departments on campus, or you can use the event finder above.
- Qualified candidates are invited to Pella Corporation for an on-site interview.
- A member of the human resources team will walk the candidate through the compensation structure, benefits and relocation process.
Compensation and Benefits
Pella’s total compensation package is just one of the many reasons to choose a career at Pella Corporation. Learn more about Pella’s world-class benefits.
Career Progression
When you choose a career path at Pella, we are with you every step of the way. Pella offers abundant opportunities for personal and professional growth. With guidance from the Corporate Development Team, together we can build a development plan customized to your abilities. Your career can be grown within one functional area, or from cross-functional work experience. Both ways are supported at Pella.
Find and apply for entry-level positions