Internship-Safety Summer 2027

HNI Corporation; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor program

Housing assistance

Professional development

Job summary

HNI Corporation in Muscatine, Iowa invites applications for a Summer Safety Intern. You will join a fast-paced team, applying classroom knowledge to safety projects, risk assessments, and process improvements during Summer 2027.

You will be mentored by experienced professionals and gain exposure to leadership, with company-provided development sessions and possible housing support based on need and capacity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.8 GPA.
• Pursuing a four-year degree in occupational health and safety and/or environmental science.
• Strong leadership and active in college activities.
• Self-starter with high personal motivation and desire to take initiative and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safety programs and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on safety initiatives.
• Engage with mentors and participate in professional development sessions.
• Contribute to projects that add value for business partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Pursuing a four-year degree in occupational health and safety and/or environmental science

Job description

Position at HNI Workplace Furnishings

HNI's summer internship program is a great opportunity for first-hand experience in your field of interest. You'll work on one or more projects that create value for our business partners. HNI's large, paid internship program includes exposure to leadership, professional development opportunities (Lunch and Learns, training, skill building workshops), support through a mentor relationship, volunteering, and social events! Company-paid apartment-style housing may also be available, based on student's geographic need and current housingcapacity.

What We Need:

We are looking for a Safety Intern with HNI to join our HNI team in Muscatine, Iowa during Summer 2027!

As a Safety Intern with HNI, you join a fast-paced team with a vision and passion for implementing solutions and exceeding our customers' expectations. While no day will be the same, you can expect to put the knowledge you have gained in the classroom to use each and every day in a variety of experiences.

What You Have:

• Minimum 2.8 GPA
• Pursuing a four-year degree in occupational health and safety and/or environmental science
• Strong leadership characteristics and be active in college activities
• Self-starter with high personal motivation and desire to take initiative and ownership

What You're Good At:

• Strong technical acumen and desire for a career in occupational health and safety
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Able to develop alternative solutions and work well in individual and group problem solving situations
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
• Able to develop alternative solutions and work well in individual and group problem solving situations
• From supporting the implementation of safety programs to conducting risk assessments to identify potential hazards, our safety interns are challenged and charged with continually seeking better ways of safely conducting business . . . continually asking . . . How can this be improved?

Each summer interns receive a project (or two!) for the summer and work directly with a mentor for technical and professional guidance. Throughout the summer, professional development sessions are provided for interns including opportunities to learn from and network with senior leadership. Outside of work, interns from HNI enjoy professional and social networking opportunities throughout the Muscatine community.

We are not accepting any candidates that require company sponsorship to legally work in the United States.

Benefits

• We offer benefits starting from Day 1. To learn more, visit www.HNIbenefits.com.

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation's leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products. We offer benefits starting from Day 1. To learn more, visit www.HNIbenefits.com. Our company endeavors to make www.hnicareers.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 563-272-7400 or via email at [email protected] Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.