Environmental Health & Safety Intern

About the role

Building People that Build the world. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As the Environmental Health and Safety Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting our mission of achieving a Zero Harm workplace. You will contribute to projects focused on environmental, health, and safety initiatives across our operations, with opportunities to make a real impact on employee well-being and sustainable practices. This role offers exposure to compliance, risk assessment, communication, and continuous improvement within a lean manufacturing environment. You will partner with site leadership and the EHS team on meaningful projects that enhance workplace safety and environmental responsibility while building your own professional skills.

Responsibilities

• Compliance & Safety Support: Assist in monitoring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations (OSHA, EPA, state/local). Support audits, inspections, and safety walks to identify potential hazards. Help track and document safety metrics, training, and incident investigations.
• Risk Assessment: Participate in facility inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards. Support the development and rollout of safety protocols, standard operating procedures, and emergency response drills. Assist in implementing corrective actions from audits and incident investigations.
• Communication & Training: Create and share safety communications and awareness materials for employees. Help coordinate and track EHS training programs. Prepare reports, presentations, and dashboards on safety performance and project outcomes.
• Continuous Improvement & Projects: Contribute to waste reduction, recycling, and sustainability initiatives. Assist with projects that enhance workplace safety culture and reduce risk exposure. Support recognition programs and safety committee initiatives. Engage with cross-functional teams to improve processes, equipment safety, and environmental stewardship.

Requirements

• Required Experience: Strong time management, organization, and attention to detail. Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn new tools and concepts. Clear written and verbal communication skills; collaboration in a team setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience with business systems (e.g., ERP/CRM/CPQ) or analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI) is a plus.
• Education & Certifications: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Travel & Working Environment: Fully on-site office-based with occasional exposure to plant/manufacturing areas; may include travel to plant sites (up to 25%).