Business and Administrative Intern - Manufacturing EHS, Safety

Rivian•Normal, IL

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Rivian internships are experiences optimized for student candidates. To be eligible, you must be an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited program during the internship term with an expected graduation date between [XXX] through [XXX]. Rivian's Internship Program requires active student enrollment. Information regarding your expected degree completion date is collected solely to verify eligibility and determine your availability for future full-time opportunities. Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and does not use graduation dates to determine the age of applicants or as a basis for discriminatory hiring decisions. If you are not pursuing a degree, please see our full time positions on our Rivian careers site. Note that if your university has specific requirements for internship programs, it is your responsibility to fulfill those requirements.

Requirements

Must be currently pursuing a bachelors degree, and returning to school following the internship term.
Actively pursuing a degree or one closely related in Environmental Health and Safety, Engineering or similar.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient skills in microsoft and google software suites, with experience managing EHS enterprise software systems.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional extended shifts or weekends, to support production needs.
Ability to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
Ability to occasionally walk, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to travel, drive a motor vehicle (up to 10% of the time).
Ability to frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Support the promotion of EHS values across the workplace by participating in safety initiatives and learning the fundamentals of a management system mindset.
Assist in the alignment of safety standards within the Rivian Production System through data entry, documentation, and floor observations.
Help monitor and maintain environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure they are functioning as intended.
Assist with the preparation of documentation and reports required for regulatory agencies (OSHA, IEPA, etc.) under the guidance of EHS leadership.
Help gather and organize EHS data to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and progress toward manufacturing goals.
Assist in the development and scheduling of EHS training materials and sessions for manufacturing team members.
Conduct research on OSHA, EPA, and local health regulations to ensure site protocols remain up to date.
Participate in routine inspections of property and equipment to identify potential EHS risks and improvement opportunities.
Partner with the local EHS team to help implement standardized programs and support manufacturing-specific safety projects.
Build positive relationships with cross-functional teams to encourage safety compliance and goal achievement.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional extended shifts or weekends, to support production needs.
Perform other duties and administrative tasks as assigned to support the EHS department.