Environmental Health & Safety Intern
About The Position
Who are we, and what do we do? At Corteva Agriscience , you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind. Corteva Agriscience is seeking two motivated EHS Interns to join our team for the summer of 2026. These hands-on internships will be based at our Woodhull, IL and Grand Rapids, OH seed production facilities. Each intern will play a vital role in supporting key safety and environmental initiatives, building technical competencies, and tackling real-world EHS challenges within agricultural operations. You’ll work closely with site leadership, EHS professionals, and production teams to conduct field assessments, support compliance efforts, and contribute to Corteva’s culture of continuous improvement. Primary Locations Woodhull, Illinois – Seed Production Facility Grand Rapids, Ohio – Seed Production Facility
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Passion for safety, health, and environmental compliance in an agricultural operations setting.
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership abilities.
- Willingness to work indoors and outdoors in a variety of conditions (hot, cold, wet, dry, dusty).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- High attention to detail to monitor safety codes, track guidelines, and maintain accurate data.
Responsibilities
- Partner with site EHS leaders to review, interpret, and implement Corteva’s safety, health, and environmental compliance standards.
- Support the execution of site projects and initiatives focused on strengthening EHS programs.
- Participate in leader line walks and first-party audits; collaborate with leadership to develop and implement action plans.
- Assist with industrial hygiene monitoring efforts for noise and chemical exposure, ergonomic evaluations, and wellness initiatives.
- Support onboarding by delivering safety training for new workers.
- Participate in near-miss and incident investigations, root cause analysis, and action planning.
- Plan and execute EHS improvement projects using knowledge of compliance regulations and Corteva standards.
- Network with EHS professionals across Corteva to explore resources and career pathways.
Benefits
- Mentorship from experienced EHS professionals.
- Exposure to Corteva’s seed production operations and safety culture.
- Opportunities to contribute to projects with real-world impact.
- Networking across multiple sites and functions.
- A potential pathway to full-time employment in EHS roles.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
