Safety and Health Intern (Summer 2027)

Nucor•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

The Safety and Health Intern learns the basics of the scrap metal recycling industry under the direction of the Safety Supervisor. The role involves safety projects and participation in the day-to-day safety activities of the safety and production groups, with a focus on improving safety systems. The intern is expected to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.

Requirements

Must be pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a closely related field.
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to adapt to changing assignments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build relationships, collaborate, and work efficiently with team members.
Intermediate proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with accurate data entry skills.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify problems and develop alternative solutions.

Nice To Haves

Safety mindset.
Previous internship experience.
Previous leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct industrial hygiene sampling.
Complete job hazard analyses.
Complete hazard assessments to determine personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
Analyze key metrics, including incident trends, near misses, behavior observations, and audit findings.
Make periodic field visits to conduct safety inspections and special projects.
Develop safety training resources and conduct training sessions at a company facility.
Work extensively in the company's EHS management software system and SharePoint.
Review existing programs and make recommendations for improvement.
Initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.