Environmental, Health, & Safety Intern (Summer 2027)

Iaas Lc; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off (80 hours) starting per年

Company holidays

Job summary

Iaas Lc is seeking a student for an Environmental Health & Safety internship in a manufacturing setting. You will assist with EH&S policies, coordinate with the EH&S team on regulatory matters, and help maintain safe operations on the production floor.

Responsibilities include safety audits, incident reporting, emergency response support, and data gathering for EH&S metrics. This role offers hands-on experience with compliance programs and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Basic understanding of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, time-management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing setting and spend significant time on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities with the EH&S team related to OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Assist in creating and implementing internal EH&S policies and programs.
• Support facility safety and ensure event-free operations.
• Respond to emergencies following established procedures.
• Observe, respond to, and report non-conformities in quality systems.
• Maintain security of access controls and equipment.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing Associate's or Bachelor's degree in EH&S or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinate activities with the Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) team related to regulatory agencies such as OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Assist in creating and implementing internal EH&S policies and programs.
• Support facility safety by using caution and maintaining systems to ensure event-free operations.
• Respond to emergencies or potential emergencies following established procedures.
• Observe, respond to, and report any non-conformity in product, service, or quality systems.
• Maintain security diligence by controlling key cards, preventing unauthorized facility entry, and ensuring proper maintenance and security of equipment.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining EH&S documentation and training programs.
• Conduct safety compliance audits including PPE and machine guarding.
• Identify hazardous conditions and assist in corrective and preventive actions.
• Gather, analyze, and report data for monthly EH&S metrics and performance tracking.
• Support emergency preparedness activities such as drills and response planning.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams on EH&S initiatives.
• Assist with capital project safety evaluations and related documentation.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by the EH&S team.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, time-management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing setting and spend significant time on the production floor.

Preferred skills and experience include:

• Previous internship, co-op, project, or coursework experience related to EH&S, manufacturing, engineering, or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with safety auditing, risk assessments, incident investigations, or hazard recognition.
• Knowledge of occupational safety regulations and environmental compliance.
• Experience analyzing data and preparing reports or presentations.
• Exposure to safety management systems, continuous improvement methodologies, or lean manufacturing concepts.
• Leadership experience in school, volunteer, or extracurricular projects.
• Strong presentation and training facilitation skills.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Environmental Health & Safety within manufacturing.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible time off starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees.
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year, varying by location.
• Wellbeing program and Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
• Tuition Reimbursement (subject to approval).
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date).