Environment Health and Safety Intern

Zoetis; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 4,959,000; Part time

Job summary

Zoetis Kalamazoo is seeking an Environment Health and Safety Intern to assist with hazard and risk assessments, and to support safety and environmental compliance programs within VMRD. The role emphasizes meticulous attention to detail and strong communication skills.

As part of the VMRD team, you will contribute to chemical, biological, radiological, construction safety, and environmental compliance efforts while ensuring a safe and compliant workplace for staff and visitors in accordance with

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in EHS-related field (occupational health and safety, environmental science, industrial hygiene, chemistry, biology, biochemistry).
• Strong attention to detail is critical for this position.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hazard and risk assessments on materials, equipment, and work processes.
• Contribute to programs and initiatives which support Zoetis’ safety, environmental compliance, and sustainability goals.
• Support EHS programs within VMRD, as needed, including chemical safety, biological safety, radiological safety, construction safety, and environmental compliance (air, water, waste).

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS-related field

Job description

Role Description

Environment Health and Safety Intern

Location

Kalamazoo, MI

Internship Summary

The Environment, Health and Safety Intern will support EHS programs for Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research and Development (VMRD) in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and in accordance with Zoetis policies and guidelines. These programs are designed to minimize the impact of site operations on the surrounding community and ensure a safe and compliant workplace for the site’s employees, contingent workers, and guests.

Internship Job Duties

• Assist with hazard and risk assessments on materials, equipment, and work processes
• Contribute to programs and initiatives which support Zoetis’ safety, environmental compliance, and sustainability goals
• Support EHS programs within VMRD, as needed, including chemical safety, biological safety, radiological safety, construction safety, and environmental compliance (air, water, waste).

Internship Qualifications

• Must be working toward Bachelor’s degree in EHS-related field (occupational health and safety, environmental science, industrial hygiene, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, etc)
• Strong attention to detail is critical for this position.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position

• If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $16.00 per hour
• If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $22.00 per hour
• If the selected candidate is a student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $32.50 per hour
• If the selected candidate is a student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $36.00 per hour

Hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position if a selected candidate were to be located in California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Illinois (Chicago area), Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington (Seattle area)

• Student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $17.00 per hour
• Student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $24.20 per hour
• Student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $36.40 per hour
• Student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $40.30 per hour

Notice

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Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

Zoetis is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

About Zoetis

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues’ careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well‑being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.