Food Manufacturing EHS Intern — Safety & Compliance

Hershey Company; Robinson (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Intern for the Robinson, IL location. This internship offers the opportunity to support safety and environmental programs while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing setting. Ideal candidates are pursuing relevant degrees and should possess strong attention to detail and collaborative skills. This part-time role during the school year transitions to full-time during the summer, providing significant learning opportunities in safety compliance and risk management.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Engineering, Safety Engineering, or related field.
• No prior experience required; exposure to manufacturing or food production environments is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of production areas for hazards.
• Support corrective actions for worker safety.
• Assist in evaluating sanitation and hygiene protocols.
• Help apply OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Participate in safety training programs development.
• Collaborate with teams to support safe process changes.
• Maintain and update EHS documentation.
• Assist in internal audits and inspections.
• Promote safety culture across departments.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work collaboratively

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Familiarity with safety programs

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Engineering or related field

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Intern for the Robinson, IL location. This internship offers the opportunity to support safety and environmental programs while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing setting. Ideal candidates are pursuing relevant degrees and should possess strong attention to detail and collaborative skills. This part-time role during the school year transitions to full-time during the summer, providing significant learning opportunities in safety compliance and risk management.