Safety Intern

Methode Electronics•Southfield, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Methode Electronics is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Safety Intern to support environmental, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives across the organization. This internship provides hands-on experience in sustainability reporting, safety training development, learning management systems, and EHS process improvement. The intern will work closely with Environmental, Health & Safety professionals to enhance compliance, employee engagement, and operational excellence while gaining exposure to corporate sustainability and workplace safety programs. This role is ideal for students interested in occupational safety, environmental compliance, engineering, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Engineering, Engineering, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Strong interest in workplace safety, environmental sustainability, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and organize data.
Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Self-motivated, collaborative, and eager to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States on a permanent basis post-graduation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data analysis, reporting, or sustainability metrics is preferred.
Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or training administration is a plus.
Experience using AI-powered tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, or similar technologies to support data analysis, reporting, content creation, and process improvement is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support utility data collection, validation, and aggregation activities to improve environmental reporting and sustainability metrics.
Assist with greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions tracking, reporting, and process standardization efforts across facilities.
Help centralize and streamline environmental and safety-related data management processes.
Develop, update, and maintain safety training materials, presentations, and educational resources.
Assist with Learning Management System (LMS) administration, including training assignments, record maintenance, and compliance tracking.
Support the implementation and continuous improvement of visitor management processes and site safety protocols.
Conduct research on safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements to support compliance initiatives.
Analyze safety and environmental data to identify trends, opportunities, and improvement actions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support EHS projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Participate in safety audits, inspections, training activities, and special projects as assigned.
This internship provides exposure to Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), sustainability reporting, compliance programs, safety training development, data analytics, and manufacturing operations.