Intern II, Student Support

Progress Rail • Mayfield, KY

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About The Position

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Student Intern will help develop and execute components of an Environmental, Safety, and Health program, including administrative and field tasks that align with local, state, and federal regulations. The role is described as a 2027 summer internship.

The position is primarily in an office setting, with possible work on the manufacturing floor that may expose the intern to its environmental conditions. The role involves mostly sitting, using a computer and other office equipment, and occasional walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and driving. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds is required. Site-specific personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when applicable. The intern is expected to pick up tasks quickly in a fast-paced office environment and may give presentations, speak publicly, and work in teams.

Requirements

• Be a student in good standing pursuing a bachelor's degree with an Occupational Safety and Health major.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and contribute in a team environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong ability to multitask.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to use site-specific PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Digitalize daily and monthly inspections.
• Evaluate EHS department training programs to ensure compliance.
• Develop site-specific job safety analysis (JSA) sheets.
• Facilitate industrial hygiene sampling.
• Perform new-hire safety training.
• Assist with a documentation retention overhaul.
• Track EHS performance and trends.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, no waiting period, and immediate vesting.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance; an HDHP and HSA with seed money are also available.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Employee Recognition Programs.
• Site-specific production and incentive plans.
• Site-specific step and skill level wage adjustment plans.
• Site-specific relocation and sign-on bonus programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern