Environmental, Health, & Safety Intern (Summer 2027)

Location: 2300 Powell Avenue, Erie, PA 16506. This is a full-time summer internship anticipated to run from May 17, 2027 through August 13, 2027 (dates subject to adjustment based on candidate availability and business needs).

Purpose

Coordinate activities with the EH&S team relating to all regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.) and assist with creation and implementation of internal policies.

Responsibilities

• Use caution and support facility systems to assure safety event‑free facilities.
• Respond to any emergency or potential emergency following established procedures.
• Observe, respond and report any instance of product, service, or quality systems non‑conformity.
• Maintain security diligence: control key cards, prevent unauthorized entry, and ensure proper maintenance/security of Amcor equipment.
• Successfully complete Primary Duties as outlined below and associated training.

Authorities

• Pause activity and notify Safety lead regarding potentially unsafe work environments or employee/supplier practices.
• Initiate action to prevent occurrences of non‑conformity of product, service, or quality systems.
• Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through designated channels.
• Suggest actions for continual improvement to products, processes, facilities, or systems and verify implementation.

Primary Duties

• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of EH&S programs, policies, and procedures.
• Create and update EH&S documentation to support regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
• Support safety training programs through content development, scheduling, delivery, and recordkeeping.
• Conduct PPE, machine guarding, and other safety compliance audits throughout the facility.
• Identify hazardous conditions and behaviors and assist in developing corrective and preventive actions.
• Gather, analyze, and report data for monthly EH&S metrics and performance tracking.
• Assist with maintaining EH&S records per OSHA, EPA, company, and other regulatory requirements.
• Support emergency preparedness activities, including drills, response planning, and program evaluations.
• Create and co‑facilitate safety and environmental training sessions for employees.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership on EH&S initiatives.
• Assist with capital project safety evaluations and development of supporting documentation and presentations.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by the EH&S team.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing setting and spend significant time on the production floor.

Preferred Skills

• Previous internship, co‑op, project, or coursework experience in EH&S, manufacturing, engineering, or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with safety auditing, risk assessments, incident investigations, or hazard recognition processes.
• Knowledge of occupational safety regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience analyzing data and preparing reports or presentations.
• Exposure to safety management systems, continuous improvement methodologies, or lean manufacturing concepts.
• Experience leading school, volunteer, or extracurricular projects demonstrating initiative and leadership.
• Strong presentation and training facilitation skills.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Environmental Health & Safety within a manufacturing environment.

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by the Amcor Way and demonstrate our values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when our people are engaged and developing as part of a high‑performing team; our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation; our investors benefit from consistent growth and superior returns; and the environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full‑time salaried employees
• Company‑paid holidays starting at 8 days per year (may vary by location)
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)