Environmental, Health & Safety Internship (2027)

Owens Corning; Feura Bush (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Project-specific training

Career evaluation for full-time

Networking opportunities

Personal and professional development

Job summary

Owens Corning offers an Environmental Health & Safety Internship across multiple US manufacturing sites for a ~12-week period. You will be mentored by seasoned technical professionals and participate in value-added projects covering safety leadership, environmental sustainability, TPM, and process improvements.

Participants develop skills in troubleshooting, analytics, leadership, and customer-focused thinking, with opportunities for further internships or full-time paths in Operations

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health and Safety Management, Chemical Engineering, or an equivalent field
• Demonstrated leadership in professional, service, or social organizations
• Willingness and flexibility to relocate
• Previous internships/co-ops in a manufacturing setting

Responsibilities

• Assist EH&S leadership in safety initiatives during a 12-week internship
• Gain hands-on experience with production environment projects
• Develop skills in analytics, data-based decision making, and leadership
• Communicate effectively and elevate team performance

Skills

Initiative

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EH&S mgmt / Chemical Eng

Job description

Who We Are

At Owens Corning it’s our people that make the difference. We foster an inclusive environment where all Owens Corning employees are heard and appreciated for the value each distinct voice brings to the team. Each employee has the opportunity to share their unique perspectives, learn from one another and maximize the potential of a global workplace.

Who We Are

At Owens Corning it’s our people that make the difference. We foster an inclusive environment where all Owens Corning employees are heard and appreciated for the value each distinct voice brings to the team. Each employee has the opportunity to share their unique perspectives, learn from one another and maximize the potential of a global workplace.

Environmental Health & Safety Internship Description

During the Summer term, you will be placed as Environmental Health & Safety Internship at an Owens Corning manufacturing plant for approximately 12 weeks. You will be mentored by seasoned technical specialists and provided value added projects throughout this period. Projects will give you hands‑on experience with the technical issues that you'll face in the production environment, and they will cover the following topics:

• Safety leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Total Productive Maintenance
• Process and product improvement
• Environmental regulations & policy

In addition, you will develop the following skills necessary to be an effective manufacturing leader:

• Troubleshoot and problem solve designs, materials, or processes
• Leverage analytics & data-based decision making
• Enhance leadership capabilities and lead teams
• Effectively communicate and elevate performance of self and others
• Strengthen technical expertise
• Understand customer-driven focus

At the conclusion of the internship, participants may be offered an additional internship or full‑time employment in one of Owens Corning's Operations Leadership Programs, following graduation.

Internship Benefits

• Formal and informal personal and professional development activities
• Mentorship program with seasoned technical professionals
• Project-specific training
• Opportunity to evaluate the company for full‑time employment
• Networking opportunities and exposure to senior leadership

What We’re Looking For

Seeking an enthusiastic candidate who demonstrates their ability to take initiative to drive results, execute goals, and creatively navigate through tasks in a team environment. While expressing a desire to develop both technical and leadership capabilities, in a manufacturing environment, to further their career and have a long-term impact on Owens Corning.

Selection Criteria

• Junior or Senior pursing a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health and Safety Management, Chemical Engineering, or an equivalent field
• Previous relevant internships/co-ops in a manufacturing setting
• Demonstrated leadership in professional, service, or social organizations
• Willingness and flexibility to relocate

Location of Assignment

Participants are based at various manufacturing sites in the US.

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market‑leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go‑to‑market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com .

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.