EHS Intern

Americas Career Opportunities • Fairfield, AL

12d

About The Position

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Operations Team as an EHS Intern. Summary: The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Internship role provides a student with the opportunity to apply their academic knowledge and skills in a professional environment. This role will support HWI at the plant level. The Environmental Health and Safety Internship provides hands-on experience in the implementation and support of EHS programs and initiatives.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• Must have completed sophomore year with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA 3.0.
• Strong interest in environmental, health, and safety issues.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance standards preferred.
• Basic understanding of environmental and safety risk management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Requires 1/3 to 2/3 of time sitting and/or speaking/hearing.
• Requires less than 1/3 of time standing, walking, using hands and fingers, reaching.
• Requires lifting up to 25 pounds less than 1/3 of time.
• Requires accurate close and distance vision, color vision, and the ability to focus.
• Requires 1/3 to 2/3 of time in an office setting.
• Requires less than 1/3 of time working near moving mechanical parts, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, and/or vibration.
• Requires exposure to very loud noise.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations while helping to promote a culture of safety and sustainability with the organization.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of safety and environmental programs and procedures.
• Collaborating with team to track and analyze workplace incidents, near misses, and safety trends.
• Assisting with reporting and record-keeping, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.
• Providing general administrative support as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees