EHS Intern
Printpack•Newport News, VA
•Hybrid
About The Position
The EHS Intern will support both Newport News and Williamsburg VA plants, and report to the EHS Manager. This internship is for the Summer of 2026, lasting approximately 10-12 weeks. The role involves supporting EHS initiatives, including Safe Start program implementation, safety data analysis, audit support, and strategic planning. The intern will work across both office and manufacturing environments, requiring flexibility and adherence to safety protocols.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a college or university as a Sophomore or greater
- Pursuing a degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related field
- GPA of 3.0 or better preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to understand and interpret safety regulations and standards
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis
- Team collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must pass pre-employment assessment
- Drug screening required
- Background check required
- Ability to work across multiple facility locations (Williamsburg and Newport News)
Nice To Haves
- Previous internship or co-op experience in manufacturing environment a plus
Responsibilities
- Continue SafeStart education and reinforcement training at Williamsburg facility
- Support launch and rollout of SafeStart program at Newport News location
- Assist with training material development and employee engagement activities
- Facilitate safety training sessions and workshops
- Collaborate with Newport News Safety Team on comprehensive safety audit reviews
- Conduct follow-up analysis on audit findings and corrective action tracking
- Review and analyze Near Miss incident reports to identify common risk factors and trending patterns
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations on safety performance metrics
- Analyze safety performance data and metrics from both facilities
- Support development of comprehensive FY27 safety plan and goal-setting
- Assist with benchmarking and best practice research
- Participate in safety improvement programs/projects including behavioral observations and continuous improvement initiatives
Benefits
- Equal-opportunity employer
- Commitment to creating an inclusive environment
- Support for individuals with disabilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
