Intern Health, Safety and Environmental

Hitachi • Hagerstown, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy, with operations globally focused on digital transformation and technology. The company emphasizes a multi-cultural, sustainable, and innovative approach to bringing people together. Hitachi Rail is seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated HSE Intern who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Hagerstown, MD. Hitachi aims to bring together great minds to drive innovation for a better future, seeking individuals with a pioneering spirit, imaginative ideas, and fearlessness in tackling challenges. Employees are passionate about technology, making a difference, finding new solutions, and collaborating with colleagues on exciting projects globally. The company fosters dynamic, collaborative, and creative environments, supporting employees' career aspirations and promoting exploration of new horizons.

Requirements

• Must be pursuing a degree in Environmental, Health and Safety or engineering disciplines or related field.
• Current Junior or Senior at a 4-year university with a graduation date between December, 2026 and December, 2027.
• Or enrolled in a Master’s program with a graduation date between December, 2026 and December, 2027.
• Must be available to work at least 40 hours per week onsite.
• Pass Hitachi’s substance screening program as required for safety-sensitive positions, in accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs.

Responsibilities

• Make an impact in Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) department by playing a key role in implementing and monitoring current safety programs.
• Engage with employees to refine safety procedures.
• Inspect and evaluate workplace environments, equipment, and practices for compliance with corporate and legislative requirements, standards, and regulations.
• Work daily with the HSE Manager and others on the management team.
• Daily/weekly monitoring of safety reporting and digital systems.
• Assist HSE, Engineering, and supervisors with job safety analysis and other procedural improvements.
• Provide project status updates as required.
• Work under close supervision of the HSE Manager.

What This Job Offers

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