Health, Safety and Environment Intern- Summer 2027

ABB•Pinetops, NC

2d•$20 - $34•Hybrid

About The Position

The Health, Safety and Environment Intern will gain practical experience through projects and assigned tasks while supporting ABB’s operations and developing their skills. The role is onsite/hybrid in Pinetops, North Carolina, and reports to the HSE Manager. Candidates must live within 50 miles of the office and provide their own transportation; relocation assistance and a stipend are not offered. The intern will support continuous improvement of the HSE Strategy by analyzing metrics and HSE data, identifying top offenders, and developing programs and initiatives to address them. The role also involves evaluating employee satisfaction with HSE Department support and programs, developing an action plan to improve satisfaction, leading the annual Activity Based Risk Assessment update for production areas, and completing self-assessments with corrective action plans. The position pays an expected $20–$34 per hour. Internships at ABB in the United States are not eligible for company-sponsored medical benefits, 401(k) contributions, or paid time off.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field in the United States.
Have reliable transportation to and from the worksite.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
Use critical thinking to analyze complex situations and develop strategic solutions.
Organize and prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
Manage several tasks at once while maintaining high standards of quality.
Collaborate with team members to convey ideas, share information, and provide project progress updates.
Reside within a 50-mile radius of the office location.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with teams to support ABB’s operations and coordinate projects for timely completion.
Use insights about customer needs and ABB’s offerings to identify suitable client solutions and achieve results that meet customer expectations.
Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and other collaborative efforts.
Seek feedback and guidance from the manager and team members to improve performance and skills.
Support continuous improvement of the HSE Strategy.
Analyze metrics and HSE data to identify top offenders, then develop and implement programs, initiatives, and projects to address them.
Evaluate employee satisfaction with HSE Department support, communication, programs, and PPE program; develop an action plan to improve satisfaction.
Lead the annual Activity Based Risk Assessment update plan for all production areas.
Complete self-assessments, including chemicals, Lockout/Tagout, and machine guarding, and develop corrective action plans.