Environmental Health & Safety Intern

Ametek • Woodstock, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a motivated Environmental Health & Safety Intern to join our AMETEK Rotron business in Woodstock, NY, and gain practical experience in workplace safety, environmental compliance, and risk management. This internship provides exposure to a wide range of EHS responsibilities, including program development, regulatory compliance, training, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will work closely with experienced professionals to learn how EHS principles are applied in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities
As an EHS Intern, you will have the opportunity to:

Support EHS Program Development

Assist in reviewing and updating existing EHS programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Help develop and refine safety policies, procedures, and training materials.
Participate in creating tools to monitor program effectiveness, such as compliance tracking systems or audit checklists.

Assist with Compliance and Risk Management

Conduct routine workplace inspections to identify hazards and verify compliance.
Participate in incident investigations and help document findings.
Support environmental compliance activities, such as waste management and reporting.

Contribute to Safety Training and Communication

Help prepare and deliver safety-related communications and training sessions.
Develop educational materials to promote employee awareness of EHS policies and best practices.

Engage in Continuous Improvement

Collaborate with the EHS team to identify opportunities for improving safety performance and culture.
Assist with implementing corrective actions and monitoring progress.

Provide On-Demand Support

Respond to real-time EHS needs, including inspections, audits, and special projects.
Gain exposure to dynamic problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• This position requires successful completion of a background check and drug screening prior to employment
• Due to the nature of certain government and defense contracts, U.S. citizenship is required to fully perform the duties of this role

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and general industry standards
• Developing knowledge of environmental compliance requirements
• Interest in industrial hygiene and workplace hazard assessment

Responsibilities

• Support EHS Program Development
• Assist in reviewing and updating existing EHS programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Help develop and refine safety policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Participate in creating tools to monitor program effectiveness, such as compliance tracking systems or audit checklists.
• Assist with Compliance and Risk Management
• Conduct routine workplace inspections to identify hazards and verify compliance.
• Participate in incident investigations and help document findings.
• Support environmental compliance activities, such as waste management and reporting.
• Contribute to Safety Training and Communication
• Help prepare and deliver safety-related communications and training sessions.
• Develop educational materials to promote employee awareness of EHS policies and best practices.
• Engage in Continuous Improvement
• Collaborate with the EHS team to identify opportunities for improving safety performance and culture.
• Assist with implementing corrective actions and monitoring progress.
• Provide On-Demand Support
• Respond to real-time EHS needs, including inspections, audits, and special projects.
• Gain exposure to dynamic problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in EHS program development and compliance.
• Exposure to industrial hygiene, risk assessment, and safety training.
• Practical skills in inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
• Mentorship from experienced EHS professionals and insight into manufacturing operations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees