EH&S Technician Internship - Summer 2026

J.S. Held LLC•Fairview Heights, IL

16h•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an energetic and versatile Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) intern to join our Fairview Heights location. This paid internship role consists of responsibilities of an entry-level environmental consultant. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of working with the team, environmental science principles, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety. Flexibility, strategic thinking, and advanced knowledge of Microsoft products are essential. Experience with Dynamics 365 is a plus. This position involves working closely with assisting field teams during high-volume periods.

Requirements

Valid Driver’s License
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in both your major and overall.
Proficient in general computer skills as well as Microsoft office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Reliable transportation to the Fairview Heights, IL office and any regional travel that may be necessary.
Strong writing skills for writing reports.
Problem Solving/Analysis skills
We are looking for someone who works well in a team environment and is self-motivated.
Sitting limited to lunch, breaks and driving.
A number of duties performed on feet.
Walking may be back and forth all day long over terrains that range from flat to hilly, rough and slippery.
Able to carry equipment as much as 50 lbs unassisted.
Must be able to use hand and fingers to pick up objects, turn on regulators, insert earplugs, use hand tools.
Push or pull items.
Able to reach above head.
Able to bend at the knee.
Able to climb ladders to reach high areas or down into tanks or excavations.
Able to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Able to squat kneel or crouch in confined spaces when necessary.
Must be able to hear warning signals from vehicles, radio transmissions, alarm bells, air leaks etc.
Able to taste and smell to detect warning properties of hazardous chemicals.
Able to detect burning sensations on skin etc.
Vision must be correctable to at least 20:40 with ability to distinguish colors with good depth perception and peripheral vision.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Dynamics 365 is a plus.

Responsibilities

Gaining experience working directly with clients and project representatives (adjusters, brokers, insurers, property owners or managers, public and government entities, commercial and private companies, etc.).
During necessary site visits you will obtain related project documents including sampling and notes.
Assisting with field inspections and necessary site visits to evaluate the scope of work/damage.
Assisting on any number of projects at various stages of completion.
Assisting in preparing studies and reports following standard format and procedures.
Assist in Investigating, measuring and evaluating environmental, health and safety conditions at client locations and carrying out relevant research, development, planning to complete comprehensive reports for review by senior staff.