EHS Intern

Job Description

The EHS Co-op will support the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team by assisting with inspections, compliance programs, risk assessments, and safety initiatives. This position provides hands-on experience in workplace safety, environmental compliance, and regulatory training development. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing/operations environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Risk Assessments to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions (Primary).
• Review and update Job Safety Analysis (JSA’s) – (Primary)
• Perform Environmental Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Inspections to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain organization in the OSS Room, including marking, labeling, and managing drums according to waste streams.
• Assist with updating and creating GHS labels for products.
• Support the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Program, including updating and maintaining SDS's.
• Use Compliance Quest to document, track, and follow up on safety and environmental activities.
• Provide support with Workers’ Compensation case management, including tracking, reporting, and follow-up.
• Assist in incident and injury investigations, documenting findings and helping to implement corrective actions.
• Participate in the Safety Sign-Off Program, ensuring employees are properly trained and verified for specific tasks.
• Contribute to the development of regulatory training, creating content and supporting training delivery.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Interest in regulatory compliance, safety, and environmental sustainability.

DESIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILLS:

• Pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1.5 years of remaining undergraduate studies.
• Work at least 12 hours per week while school is in session.
• Flexible work schedule to work around school schedule
• Ability to flex up to 40 hours per week when school is not in session.