Intern - Environmental, Health & Safety (Summer 2027)

About us

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com.

Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued.

Pay

This is an internship position (Non-Exempt Salary); the hourly range is stated below. The rate offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level.

Hourly Rate: $20 – $24/hr.

About the role

The Environmental Health & Safety Intern provides direct support to drive site EH&S issues including regulatory and Environmental, Health and Safety Management System and ISO14001 conformance at multiple Plexus manufacturing locations.

Responsibilities

• Aid in Lockout Tagout training
• Aid in Accident and Incident investigations
• Weekly hazardous waste inspection
• Monthly spill prevention and control plan inspection
• Where assigned, act as the primary first point of EHS contact for internal customers to ensure expectations are met
• Interfaces with and utilizes the Corporate EHS functional management team for resources and expertise, while maintaining local ownership of issues
• Aid in site proactive identification, maintenance and compliance with applicable county, federal, state and local regulatory requirements
• Aid in day-to-day compliance activities and maintain records to demonstrate compliance
• Obtain knowledge and understanding of Plexus' manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for best EHS management practices
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field for the entire duration of internship

Preferred Qualifications

• Junior level status
• GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred

Physical Requirements

N/A

Travel Requirements

Less than 40%