Health & Safety Internship - Summer 2027

Rettew • Mechanicsburg, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

RETTEW is seeking a Health, Safety, and Environment Intern to join its Facilities and Construction practice for Summer 2027. The internship provides practical exposure to how health, safety, and environmental programs support employees, field operations, and project delivery. The intern will work with RETTEW’s HSE team on program documentation, data tracking, training support, workplace observations, and other assignments that strengthen safe and environmentally responsible work practices. The role is intended for a student pursuing Occupational Safety and Health or a closely related field. Prior professional HSE experience is not required; curiosity, sound judgment, attention to detail, and willingness to learn are essential.

This is a temporary, full-time internship requiring 40 hours per week from May 31 through August 27, 2027. The position is primarily office-based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, with approximately 25% of the role potentially involving supervised field, facility, or project-site visits. Company travel is anticipated approximately once per week, depending on assignment needs. Field activities may involve walking on uneven terrain, weather exposure, active construction or industrial environments, and required personal protective equipment; activities will be performed with appropriate supervision and safety guidance.

RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm. Interns receive meaningful project experience, professional development, and opportunities to learn from technical professionals. Internship positions are temporary and are not eligible for participation in RETTEW’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan. RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations during the application process.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor's degree program in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health and Safety, Safety Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a closely related field.
• Interest in workplace health and safety, environmental compliance, risk reduction, employee education, or safety program management.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn additional systems used by the team.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, written communication, and follow-through.
• Ability to handle workplace information professionally and maintain appropriate confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team while completing individual assignments responsibly.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week from May 31 through August 27, 2027.
• Ability to safely participate in supervised field and facility visits, use required personal protective equipment, and travel approximately once per week as assignments require.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in occupational safety, environmental health, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, risk management, environmental compliance, or related subjects.
• Exposure to OSHA concepts, hazard recognition, incident prevention, safety training, environmental requirements, or data analysis through coursework, projects, employment, or volunteer activities.
• Experience creating clear written materials, presentations, spreadsheets, or data summaries.
• A valid driver's license and reliable ability to travel to local RETTEW or project locations when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support HSE team members with day-to-day program activities, documentation, research, and project assignments.
• Assist with reviewing, organizing, and maintaining safety and environmental policies, procedures, forms, records, and training materials.
• Help track safety observations, training completion, corrective actions, inspections, and other HSE information using established systems and tools.
• Support the preparation of reports, summaries, presentations, communications, and educational materials for employees and project teams.
• Assist with planning and coordinating safety meetings, training sessions, awareness campaigns, and related employee engagement activities.
• Participate in supervised office, facility, and project-site observations to learn how hazards are identified, evaluated, communicated, and addressed.
• Document observations and follow-up items accurately and promptly under the direction of HSE professionals.
• Conduct basic research on occupational safety, environmental requirements, industry practices, and emerging HSE topics.
• Collaborate with employees across disciplines and communicate respectfully with technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Ask questions, seek feedback, and take increasing ownership of assignments as knowledge and confidence grow.

Benefits

• Meaningful project experience and professional development opportunities.
• Coaching and feedback from HSE team members and exposure to professionals across RETTEW's technical practices.
• Practical experience supporting health, safety, and environmental programs in an engineering consulting environment.

What This Job Offers

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