EHS Intern

Voltava; Auburn Hills, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltava is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety Intern to support the EHS team within our Auburn Hills manufacturing environment. You will gain hands-on experience in safety practices, regulatory compliance, incident investigation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will assist with training, audits, incident reporting, and environmental documentation while collaborating with site teams to promote a safe, compliant workplace. Minimal travel expected.

Qualifications

• Basics of environmental, health, and safety principles and regs.
• Strong written and verbal communication for all levels.
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities with follow-through.
• Collaborative mindset with problem-solving and hands-on learning.
• Self-motivated, curious, and proactive with guidance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office to organize data and support reporting.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support daily EHS activities through clear communication and teamwork.
• Assist development, coordination, and delivery of EHS training for team members and new hires.
• Participate in safety observations, audits, and facility walkthroughs; document findings and follow up on actions.
• Assist with incident reporting, investigations, data collection, and EHS reporting.
• Support safety countermeasures, emergency preparedness, drills, and improvements.
• Help maintain compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and safety requirements.
• Participate in Safety Team meetings and track action items and follow-ups.
• Assist with chemical awareness, inventory monitoring, hazardous waste handling, recycling, and pollution prevention.
• Support environmental reporting related to land, air, water, and ISO 14001 activities.
• Maintain accurate EHS records and training documentation.

Skills

EHS fundamentals

MS Office

Communication

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Safety management software

Job description

Auburn Hills, 2155 Executive Hills Blvd, Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

EHS INTERN

About Voltava:

At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

About the Role:

The EHS Intern will support Voltava’s Environmental, Health, and Safety team in helping maintain a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible manufacturing environment. This hands-on internship provides exposure to day-to-day safety practices, environmental compliance, training coordination, incident investigation, and continuous improvement initiatives. The intern will work closely with team members across the facility to strengthen EHS programs, promote employee engagement, and gain practical experience in safety systems and regulatory compliance.

What You Will Do:

• Support daily environmental, health, and safety activities through clear communication, teamwork, and follow-up.
• Assist with the development, coordination, and delivery of EHS training programs for team members and new hires.
• Participate in workplace safety observations, audits, and facility walkthroughs; document findings and help track corrective actions.
• Assist with incident reporting, injury and illness investigations, data collection, and preparation of EHS reports.
• Support safety countermeasures, emergency preparedness activities, evacuation drills, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Help maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety requirements.
• Participate in Safety Team meetings and assist with tracking action items, recommendations, and follow-up activities.
• Assist with chemical awareness, chemical inventory monitoring, hazardous waste handling, recycling programs, and pollution prevention efforts.
• Support environmental reporting and documentation related to land, air, water, hazardous waste, and ISO 14001 activities.
• Maintain accurate EHS records, files, training documentation, and related program materials.

What You Need To Be Successful:

• Basic understanding of environmental, health, and safety principles, standards, and regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with team members at all levels.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while following through on commitments.
• Collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated, curious, and comfortable taking initiative with appropriate guidance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to organize information, analyze data, and support reporting needs.
• Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and supporting a positive team member experience.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Previous internships, coursework, or exposure to manufacturing or safety-related environments is a plus.
• Automotive manufacturing interest or experience preferred but not required.

Education:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Travel:

• Minimal

What We Offer:

We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and overall quality of life.

Our Core Values:

Voltava is committed to creating an environment where every Team Member feels welcomed, respected, valued, and empowered to make an impact.

• Respect :We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other.
• Integrity :We earn trust through every interaction.
• Courage : We show up fully even when it would be easier not to.
• Impact : We strengthen the people and places around us.

Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Auburn Hills, 2155 Executive Hills Blvd, Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States of America