EHS/Safety Intern, Summer 2027

Watts Water Technologies • Germantown, WI

2d • $22 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Watts Internship Program is your chance to bring what you’ve learned in the classroom to life! You’ll dive into real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience while learning how business really works from the inside. During the program, you’ll get to roll up your sleeves and make an impact on day-to-day operations. Plus, you'll have tons of opportunities to network with passionate professionals across manufacturing, industrial engineering, and more—sparking new ideas through cross-department collaboration. It’s all about expanding your skills, challenging yourself, and exploring where your ambitions can take you!

This motivated and detail-oriented individual, as part of the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) team, will support workplace safety initiatives, environmental compliance activities, and continuous improvement projects across Bradley's manufacturing operations. This role offers hands-on experience identifying workplace hazards, conducting safety inspections, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote a safe and compliant working environment.

This position reports to the Safety, Health & Environmental Specialist. This role is onsite and supports Bradley's facilities in Menomonee Falls and Germantown, WI.

Requirements

• Current student (sophomore, junior or senior status).
• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Occupational and Environmental Safety & Health or a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with limited supervision, exercise sound judgment, and independently solve problems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Passionate about workplace safety, with a genuine desire to contribute meaningfully and make an impact.
• Demonstrated commitment to integrity and respect in interactions with others, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership of tasks and following through on commitments.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with OSHA standards, workplace safety regulations, or environmental compliance principles through coursework or previous experience.
• Exposure to manufacturing or industrial environments through coursework, projects, or previous work experience.
• Basic understanding of workplace hazard identification, safety audits, or Job Safety Analysis (JSA) procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Safety, Health & Environmental Specialist with reviewing and updating the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program to support workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Support the identification, documentation, and resolution of safety concerns raised by production employees.
• Participate in weekly environmental inspections to identify potential hazards and support compliance with applicable environmental regulations.
• Conduct monthly safety audits, document findings, and provide recommendations for corrective actions and process improvements.
• Participate in monthly Safety Committee meetings, contributing observations and recommendations to promote workplace safety.
• Support Job Safety Analysis (JSA) initiatives within manufacturing facilities to identify workplace hazards and recommend preventive measures.
• Assist with reviewing and auditing safety programs to support compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers to identify and address potential safety concerns associated with departmental moves and changes to production layouts.
• Assist with employee safety training and awareness initiatives based on business needs.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by documenting safety observations, communicating findings, and taking accountability for assigned projects.
• Travel between the Menomonee Falls and Germantown facilities as needed to support safety initiatives and projects.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by the Safety, Health & Environmental Specialist or Company management.
• Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency)

Benefits

• Flexible PTO Policy – Work-life balance is important at Watts and our interns receive one (1) hour of flexible PTO for every thirty (30) hours worked. Your flexible PTO can be utilized for any type of absence.
• Paid Holidays – Celebrate the holidays with your loved ones and still get paid! You will receive paid holidays off during your time as an Intern with Watts. Where a holiday falls during the weekend, it will be observed on an adjacent weekday.
• Lunch and Learns – Throughout your internship, there will be opportunities for you to sign up to learn and network with some of the key strategic leaders and thought partners within our core operating model!
• Sustainability – For five years in a row, Watts has been named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies" by Newsweek. Join our journey as we continue to distinguish Watts as a responsible and committed corporate citizen.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern