Intern - EHS - Spring 2027

Responsibilities

• Learn best practices in Job Safety Analysis/Job Hazard Analysis procedures, how to develop, catalogue, prioritize and reduce risks.
• Identify and implement opportunities for reduction in water usage and waste to assist sustainability.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analysis for all production jobs.
• Educate and motivate hourly plant employees to achieve safety goals.
• Help investigate and analyze work‑related incidents, identify root causes, and help develop/implement approved safety solutions.
• Develop training materials for the implementation/improvement of a Behavior Based Safety program.
• Work in a collaborative, cross‑functional, geographically diverse team.
• Assist with conducting hazard assessments for processes and equipment.
• Inspect and evaluate workplace environments, equipment, and practices for regulatory compliance.
• Assist in the design and implementation of workplace processes including engineering controls and procedures that protect workers from hazardous conditions.
• Under close supervision, provide training and feedback to improve overall knowledge of EHS activities.
• Perform administrative recordkeeping functions.
• Potential projects may include Lockout/Tagout improvements, Targeted Risk Approach Team Member, water/waste reduction team member.

Qualifications

• Current Junior or Senior College Student majoring in Environmental, Occupational Safety, or a Science/Technical field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 lbs.
• Ability to perform duties under specific time requirements.
• Ability to adapt to changing duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.

Schedule

• Must be able to work 40 hours each week. Monday – Friday, 8 hours daily onsite.