Emergency Response Co-Op

Koch • Wichita, KS

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About The Position

Flint Hills Resources (FHR), a Koch company, is hiring an Emergency Response Co-op based in Wichita, Kansas. The co-op will support emergency preparedness and response efforts across approximately 4,000 miles of pipeline and more than 30 terminal locations. Working alongside emergency response and compliance professionals, the co-op will gain practical experience with emergency preparedness, response planning, regulatory compliance, training programs, and incident response support for pipeline and terminal operations. The role includes meaningful projects and mentorship, providing exposure to a critical business function in the energy industry.

The co-op supports planning, training, regulatory, and compliance activities that help facilities prepare to respond effectively to incidents and meet applicable regulatory requirements. The position is intended for a student enrolled in a four-year degree program who is eligible for a part-time or co-op assignment and expects to graduate during or before Summer 2028. Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without visa transfer or sponsorship.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a four-year degree program majoring in Emergency Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Safety, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
• Eligible to work in a part-time or co-op assignment during the program duration, with an anticipated graduation date during or before Summer 2028.
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support emergency response program activities and build knowledge of emergency response regulatory requirements established by DOT PHMSA, EPA, USCG, and applicable state agencies.
• Assist with planning and preparation for compliance-related activities, assessments, and readiness evaluations of emergency response capabilities.
• Assist with maintaining, periodically updating, and continuously improving emergency response plans, pre-plans, and tactical plans for pipeline and terminal operations.
• Assist with preparing and coordinating external correspondence for emergency official notifications and routine response plan submissions to applicable agencies.
• Work with key stakeholders to support projects and initiatives.
• Create, update, and maintain program documentation, resource guides, reports, and other materials that enhance emergency response and preparedness capability.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment coverage
• Disability coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Paid vacation/time off
• Educational assistance
• May include infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern