EHS & Sustainability Summer 2027 Internship (Shelby Township,MI)

Lincoln Electric; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LincPal Program

Professional Development

Hands-On Training

Networking & Culture

Career Pathway

Job summary

Lincoln Electric in Shelby Township, MI offers an EHS & Sustainability Summer 2027 Internship. You’ll engage in product stewardship, data management, and life cycle assessment modeling while supporting safety and environmental programs.

Participants will conduct inspections, draft guidance, and assist with energy, water, and waste reduction projects, with an Immersion Day at the Cleveland HQ.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Interest in sustainability and the environmental health and safety field.
• Desire to work in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Data entry and analysis to support EHS information management, SDS inventory, and refinement of the Chemical Approval Process.
• Support data modeling for life cycle assessment.
• Assist with the ongoing implementation of the Pre-Startup Safety Review Process.
• Support external disclosures, sustainability reporting and internal awareness campaigns.
• Draft EHS guidance documents and fact sheets.
• Support environmental initiatives and projects (energy, waste, and water reduction).
• Participate in safety risk assessments, safety committees, learning teams, and incident analysis.
• Support ISO Certification (ISO 9001, 14001).
• Conduct risk assessments, EHS inspections, audits, and incident analysis.
• Assist with the development and implementation of training materials and safety programs.
• Support site-level projects focused on energy, water and waste reduction.
• Participate in learning teams and continuous improvement events.

Skills

Communication skills

Manufacturing environment

Sustainability interest

Education

Environmental Science

Chemical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Safety Management

Sustainability

Occupational Health & Safety

Public Health

Job description

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com. Job Title: EHS & Sustainability Summer 2027 Internship (Shelby Township,MI) Location: Shelby Township, MI Target Program Dates: May 25th – August 6th, 2027 Relocation Assistance: While local candidates are preferred, a temporary housing stipend may be available for those residing outside the immediate area of the internship location Req ID: 29789 Are You the Missing Linc?

What Sets Us Apart

• LincPal Program:Get paired with a Lincoln Electric employee to guide your experience.
• Professional Development:Frequent workshops and leadership exposure.
• Hands-On Training:Gain practical experience through guided instruction and real-world applications.
• Networking & Culture:Participate in social events, National Intern Day, and community service.
• Career Pathway:Those eligible may be considered for full-time opportunities.

Overview of the Program

The Sustainability/EHS Internship Program offers a comprehensive experience across Corporate and Site-level Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) functions. Participants will engage in product stewardship activities, including customer inquiries, chemical data management, and industrial hygiene monitoring. They will support sustainability initiatives through life cycle assessment modeling, reporting, and awareness campaigns. Additionally, the program includes drafting EHS guidance, contributing to environmental projects, and participating in safety risk assessments. At the site level, participants will conduct inspections, audits, and incident analyses, assist in developing training materials, and support energy, water, and waste reduction efforts through continuous improvement initiatives. This position requires participation in our Immersion Day at our Cleveland, OH headquarters during one of your first few weeks. Lincoln Electric will provide and cover all travel arrangements and expenses.

What You'll Work On

• Data entry and analysis to support EHS chemical information management, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) inventory, and ongoing refinement of the Chemical Approval Process
• Support data modeling for life cycle assessment
• Support the ongoing implementation of the Pre-Startup Safety Review Process
• Support external disclosures, sustainability reporting and internal awareness campaigns
• Draft EHS guidance documents and fact sheets
• Support environmental initiatives and projects (energy, waste, and water reduction)
• Participate in safety risk assessments, safety committees, learning teams, and incident analysis
• Support ISO Certification (ISO 9001, 14001)
• Conduct risk assessments, EHS inspections, audits, and incident analysis
• Assist with the development and implementation of training materials and safety programs
• Support site-level projects focused on energy, water and waste reduction
• Participate in learning teams and continuous improvement events

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or having achieved a bachelor's degree.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• A degree in any of the following disciplines: Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Safety Management, Sustainability, Occupational Health & Safety, or Public Health
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Interest in sustainability and the environmental health and safety field
• Desire to work in a manufacturing environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.