Emergency Management Intern

Panasonic Corporation of North America; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Panasonic Energy of North America in Kansas is offering an Emergency Management Intern position for a 12-week, paid summer program at the Gigafactory. The role supports the KS Emergency Manager and the Emergency Management team in developing and improving the all-hazards program, with exposure to preparedness, planning, training and exercises.

Requirements include at least two years in a relevant bachelor's program, minimum 3.2 GPA, and authorization to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, attention to detail and professionalism.
• Interest in emergency management, preparedness, business continuity or public safety.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines and work both independently and in a team.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 apps or ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and organization of Emergency Management plans, procedures and related documentation.
• Assist with all-hazards preparedness activities for severe weather, hazmat, and facility disruptions.
• Participate in meetings, planning sessions and continuous-improvement projects.
• Assist with incident documentation, logs, notifications and after-action follow-ups.
• Support coordination across Emergency Management, Security, Operations, and Facilities.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree (Emergency Management or related)

Job description

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as an Emergency Management Intern? Then we're looking for you! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world‑class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the Panasonic Energy team today!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tMgKm_71qs

(by clicking this link you are being referred to an external site that is not part of Panasonic)

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

Emergency Management Intern supports the KS Emergency Manager and Emergency Management team with the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the all‑hazards Emergency Management Program for Kansas facilities. This internship provides practical experience in emergency preparedness, planning, training and exercises, risk assessment, incident documentation, business continuity, and cross‑functional coordination.

The intern will work under the direction of Emergency Management staff and may support the emergency manager, business continuity, security, and other relevant internal stakeholder activities within the scope of assigned training and supervision.

Emergency Management Program & Preparedness

• Support the maintenance and organization of Emergency Management plans, procedures, checklists, job aids, contact lists, and related program documentation.
• Assist with all‑hazards preparedness activities for severe weather, hazardous materials, utility or infrastructure disruptions, evacuation, shelter‑in‑place, and other facility emergencies.
• Participate in preparedness meetings, briefings, planning sessions, and continuous‑improvement projects.
• Assist with tracking program actions, metrics, deadlines, and improvement items.

Incident Management & Emergency Response Support

• Provide administrative, planning, documentation, and coordination support during incidents, drills, or activations as assigned and under supervision.
• Assist with situation status tracking, incident logs, resource information, notifications, documentation, and after‑action follow‑up.
• Observe and learn how Emergency Management coordinates with internal departments and external public safety and emergency management partners.
• Assist with post‑incident documentation, lessons learned, and corrective‑action tracking.

Cross‑Functional, External & Business Continuity Coordination

• Support coordination among Emergency Management, SOC, Security, Operations, Facilities, Safety/OHS, vendors, contractors, and facility stakeholders.
• Assist with preparedness coordination and facility familiarization activities involving local emergency management, EMS, law enforcement, and other public safety partners as assigned.
• Support business continuity and recovery planning by documenting critical operations, dependencies, resource needs, recovery priorities, and lessons learned.
• Attend meetings and coordination activities as assigned and prepare notes, action items, or follow‑up materials.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain organized electronic records for plans, training, exercises, incidents, meeting notes, program metrics, and corrective actions.
• Assist with Emergency Management presentations, reports, spreadsheets, checklists, surveys, and other program materials.
• Perform research, data entry, document review, and other project support to advance Emergency Management initiatives.
• Perform other Emergency Management duties and learning assignments as appropriate for an internship.

Internship Details

• The program will be a fulltime paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy at the Gigafactory.
• The program will be 12 weeks in length, and is planned to occur between Monday, May 17 and Friday, August 6, 2027. This date range is subject to change.
• Must be able to attend the entirety of the internship.

Program Requirements

• The program will be a full time paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy onsite at the Gigafactory
• Must attend entirety of internship from the indicated start and end date noted above
• Minimum 3.2 GPA
• Must have completed a minimum of 2 years at an accredited university
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis at the time the internship begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H‑1B, O‑1, TN, L‑1, or other employment‑based visas) to participate in the program or for a fulltime role after graduation. This position is not eligible for employer‑sponsored work authorization.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Education:

• Completion of at least two years of full‑time enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Business Continuity, Public Administration, or a related field.

Essential Qualifications:

• Interest in Emergency Management, preparedness, business continuity, public safety, or organizational resilience.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, attention to detail, professionalism, collaboration, and customer‑service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, ask appropriate questions, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle emergency‑related or sensitive information with appropriate discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications such as Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, or the ability to learn them quickly.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred knowledge of: FEMA IS‑100, IS‑200, IS‑700, and IS‑800. Additional FEMA Independent Study or exercise‑related coursework is a plus.
• Previous internship, volunteer, academic, or work experience related to Emergency Management, public safety, safety, continuity, security, or operations.
• Familiarity with the Incident Command System (ICS), National Incident Management System (NIMS), emergency planning, or Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) concepts.
• Experience preparing reports, presentations, data trackers, maps, exercises, or research projects.

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

• Sit: 40%
• Walk: 30%
• Stand: 20%
• Lift: 10%

Tools and/or Equipment:(Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Keyboard/Computer: Continuous
• Office Equipment: Continuous
• Phone: Continuous

Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
• Team‑lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

About Us

Meet Panasonic! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high‑quality lithium‑ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium‑ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium‑ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

Where You'll Be

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

We Take Opportunity Seriously

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honestyhave been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equalopportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal,educational, volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting toexplore new opportunities, send us your application!

Supplemental Information

Pre‑employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

This position is not eligible for company‑sponsored benefits such as health insurance. Employees may be eligible for certain state‑or locally‑mandated benefits depending on hours worked and applicable law.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.