Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Intern

About the role

Located across Western North Carolina, APAC Atlantic, Inc., Asheville Division, is a leading provider of high-quality asphalt paving services. As part of the CRH family, the company prides itself on safety, quality, and superior service. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America, the number four cement producer in North America, and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, offering a small‑company environment with the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing, managing, and implementing all safety and environmental programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety‑related regulations.
• Update and maintain EHS documentation to support standardization.
• Assist with conducting risk assessments and evaluate risk management information to identify potential safety and environmental hazards and impacts, then identify and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Support the EHS team with site visits, including documentation, observations, and follow‑ups on safety initiatives.
• Contribute to special projects that address business priorities or improve safety and environmental standards.
• Analyze and organize data to show trends and help prioritize focus areas that will make the biggest impact to the business.

Requirements

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co‑workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures.
• Strict adherence to Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.

Qualifications

Working towards a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or an EHS‑related field from a college or technical school.

Skills

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computing skills.
• Strong analytical and data‑management skills.
• Ability to write and communicate technical information clearly and concisely.

Pay

Highly competitive base pay.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

Schedule

Expected to start onsite around end May 2026 and continue through the entire summer term (through August 2025). Minimum of 8 weeks, full‑time, onsite.