Lawrenceburg HSE Intern

Prysmian Group • Lawrenceburg, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Prysmian, a wire and cable manufacturer located in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, is hiring an HSE Intern for summer 2027. The intern will work an 8-hour schedule, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The role reports daily to the onsite HSE Manager and includes engaging projects intended to help develop the student into an HSE professional.

The intern must be able to work in both office and manufacturing environments and interact professionally with production employees, supervisors, maintenance personnel, management, and other departments. The position involves observing manufacturing operations, identifying potential safety and health hazards, and assisting with practical corrective actions. The employee will regularly spend time in an industrial cable manufacturing environment and must follow facility safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE in designated areas.

Requirements

• Must currently be pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to work effectively in office and manufacturing environments and interact professionally with employees across departments and levels.
• Ability to read, understand, and assist in interpreting safety procedures, work instructions, Safety Data Sheets, equipment manuals, regulatory information, and technical documents.
• Effective verbal communication skills and ability to prepare clear, concise written documentation.
• Ability to observe operations, identify potential hazards, gather information, and assist in developing corrective actions.
• Ability to follow instructions, interpret procedures and diagrams, organize information, and apply safety principles to changing conditions.
• Attention to detail and ability to recognize hazards associated with manufacturing operations, including machinery, material handling, electrical equipment, chemicals, noise, and ergonomic exposures.
• Ability to move throughout production, warehouse, and support areas and observe equipment and work activities.
• Ability to perform the stated physical demands, including occasional lifting or moving of items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Coursework or experience related to occupational safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, environmental compliance, or manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Complete engaging HSE projects under the daily direction of the onsite HSE Manager.
• Observe manufacturing operations and identify potential safety and health hazards.
• Gather relevant information and assist in developing practical corrective actions.
• Assist with interpreting safety procedures, work instructions, Safety Data Sheets, equipment manuals, regulatory information, and other technical documents.
• Prepare written reports, inspection findings, safety communications, training materials, and other EHS documentation.
• Communicate safety information effectively to employees and small groups in a manufacturing environment.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, interpret procedures and diagrams, organize information, and apply safety principles to changing workplace conditions.
• Follow established safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment in designated facility areas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed