EHS Intern: Hands-On Safety & Compliance

American Axle & Manufacturing; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Temporary EHS Intern will support the Environmental, Health & Safety function at Oxford Forge by assisting with daily EHS activities, compliance initiatives, safety inspections, training, documentation, and continuous improvement projects.

This role provides hands-on experience in a metal-forming manufacturing environment while supporting the plant’s commitment to a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace.

Qualifications

• Safety mindset and ability to identify hazards.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Teamwork and adaptability in a manufacturing setting.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine workplace safety inspections and observations.
• Support identification and documentation of workplace hazards and safety opportunities.
• Assist with tracking corrective and preventive actions through completion.
• Support EHS-related training, including preparation of training materials and documentation.
• Assist with maintaining required EHS records, reports, forms, and documentation.
• Participate in safety meetings and employee engagement activities.
• Assist with incident documentation, investigations, and follow-up activities.
• Support safety audits and compliance inspections.
• Assist with maintaining Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical-related documentation.
• Support environmental compliance activities and required recordkeeping.
• Assist with monitoring housekeeping, PPE usage, machine guarding, ergonomics, and other workplace safety requirements.
• Help develop and organize safety communications, signage, and employee awareness materials.
• Assist with EHS projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collect and organize EHS data and assist with preparing reports and presentations.
• Work with employees and supervisors to promote safe work practices.
• Perform other EHS-related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Safety Mindset

Communication

Accountability

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Organization

Continuous Improvement

Professionalism

Ability to Learn and Adapt

Job description

The Temporary EHS Intern will support the Environmental, Health & Safety function at Oxford Forge by assisting with daily EHS activities, compliance initiatives, safety inspections, training, documentation, and continuous improvement projects.

This role provides hands-on experience in a metal-forming manufacturing environment while supporting the plant’s commitment to a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace.