EHS Internship

Charter Next Generation • Lexington, OH

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About The Position

The EHS Intern will assist with implementing and maintaining environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs, policies, and procedures. The role supports data collection and reporting, incident investigations, workplace inspections, hazard analyses, risk assessments, documentation, regulatory compliance, employee training, and continuous improvement initiatives. The intern will collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams and perform other duties in support of the corporate and business unit EHS strategic plan.

This is a summer internship scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with flexibility. Interns gain hands-on experience, own meaningful projects, and contribute to sustainable solutions while working alongside industry experts.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program, ideally focused on Environmental Health and/or Safety or a related field.
• Strong interest in workplace safety and environmental stewardship.

Nice To Haves

• Alternative majors considered include Manufacturing/Engineering, Public Health, Fire Science, Sustainability, or Risk Management & Insurance.
• Strong teamwork, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships.
• Curiosity, initiative, and sound judgment in problem-solving situations.
• Professional and positive attitude, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and maintaining EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Collect data for daily, weekly, monthly, and year-to-date metrics for reporting to onsite EHS leaders.
• Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking.
• Participate in workplace safety inspections, job hazard analyses, and risk assessments.
• Maintain EHS documentation, permits, and regulatory records.
• Assist with environmental compliance activities, including waste management, air and water program support, and sustainability initiatives.
• Support the development and delivery of employee EHS training and communications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and Lean initiatives related to safety and environmental performance.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams on EHS-related projects.
• Perform other duties, as assigned, in support of the corporate and business unit EHS strategic plan.

Benefits

• Employee ownership: every employee receives equity shares and can participate in the company's growth and prosperity.
• Work-life integration support.
• Career advancement opportunities within an expanding network of manufacturing facilities, with comprehensive training and development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed