Safety Intern

Ultium Cells LLC • Spring Hill, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Ultium Cells Overview:

Ultium Cells, LLC. is a joint venture Lithium-ion automotive battery cell manufacturing plant between LG Energy Solution, Ltd., and General Motors. This high-technology plant is a new construction that will have the latest in battery cell manufacturing technology. This $2.3 billion investment will be among the largest battery cell manufacturing plants in the world. Ultium Cells will produce battery cells for General Motors’ North American electric vehicle applications.

Ultium Cells’ partners include LG Energy Solution, Ltd.; the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive battery cells, and General Motors; a global company committed to delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around.

Position Description:

During our paid internship program, interns will have the opportunity to work on major projects and showcase their skills and talents. This program will provide each student with valuable insight, hands-on experience, and networking opportunities that will prepare each intern for their future. Interns will work alongside leaders and mentors on assignments related to your field of study to take your classroom learning to the next level. We are seeking dynamic and energetic interns who are ready to seize the opportunity and help us charge into a more sustainable, all-electric future transportation powered by Ultium Cells batteries.

Key details for the 2026 Summer Internship Program:

Location: Ultium Cells, LLC. – Spring Hill, Tennessee 
Duration: 12 weeks
Start Date: May 18, 2026
End Date: August 7, 2026

Schedule: 

30 hours per week
Monday–Thursday
8 hours per day

Includes 30-minute unpaid lunch breaks per day

Unpaid Holidays:

May 25, 2026 – Memorial Day
June 19, 2026 – Juneteenth
July 3, 2026 – Independence Day (4th of July observed)

Requirements

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field
• Must be comfortable working in a team setting
• Skill in analyzing and evaluating technical data, test results, and reports
• Positive attitude, self-driven, strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated effectiveness in accomplishing goals
• Excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills; able to work flexible hours occasionally

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge in advanced manufacturing technology (automation), chemicals, and electrical safety a plus
• Strong knowledge of and experience working with OSHA and state/local regulations is a plus
• MS Office skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver safety trainings to employees
• Ensure effective hazard identification and mitigation for plant operations and administrative offices
• Conduct daily line walks to ensure S&H practices are being observed and to note any at-risk behaviors, unsafe conditions, faulty equipment or non-compliance with any H&S related policies/regulations
• Ensure timely communication of safety issues/concerns to department leadership
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive improvements across the organization
• Participate in incident investigations and track corrective actions
• Conduct new equipment reviews, mechanical risk assessments and ergonomic risk assessments
• Participate in emergency response drills and critiques
• Develop/update site specific programs to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
• Evaluates workplace compliance with regard to local, state and federal regulations 
• Performs jobsite auditing and conducts incident investigation 
• Conducts inspections and ensures compliance with applicable H&S regulations and standards
• Additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Housing: Ultium Cells provides a housing stipend to you for the duration of your intern participation if your permanent address is more than 50 miles away from your work location.
• Vehicle Discount: Ultium Cells offers special discounts on vehicles through the GM Family First –Vehicle Purchase Program
• LG Product Discounts: Ultium Cells offers special discounts on LG products through the LG Partner Appreciation Program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees