Process Safety Intern - Refinery Safety & Analysis

CHS Inc.; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Competitive total rewards package

Job summary

CHS Inc. operates a refinery facility in McPherson, Kansas and seeks a Process Safety Engineering Intern to provide technical support for process safety management within the refinery environment.

The role emphasizes assisting with safety program monitoring, compliance with safety codes and regulations, and clear written and verbal communication. You will work with CHS Safety Group and stakeholders to identify issues, analyze safety data, and develop recommendations.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Safety Engineering/Safety Management or Chemical Engineering program at a four-year college/university.
• Available to work 40 hours per week.
• Junior enrolled in a Safety or Chemical Engineering program at a four-year college/university.
• Previous internship experience in the petrochemical or refining industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and resolving basic safety issues.
• Utilize computer systems and spreadsheets to analyze, monitor and track safety systems.
• Identify substandard conditions and communicates findings.
• Use fact-based analysis to help identify root causes of process safety problems or incidents.
• Assist with developing recommendations and monitoring implementations.
• Analyze data and provide comprehensive reports.
• Interact effectively with line management, employees, union personnel, professional staff and regulatory inspectors and builds relationships.
• Assist the CHS Safety Group when working with suppliers and contractor services in supporting company safety initiatives and generating cost avoidance/savings strategies.
• Communicate (when directed) across the CHS business units to share concepts and implementation strategies.
• Plan, organize and prioritize issues impacting the CHS Safety Group.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong communication skills

Education

Safety Engineering/Safety Management or Chemical Engineering program

Job description

CHS Inc. operates a refinery facility in McPherson, Kansas and seeks a Process Safety Engineering Intern to provide technical support for process safety management within the refinery environment.

The role emphasizes assisting with safety program monitoring, compliance with safety codes and regulations, and clear written and verbal communication. You will work with CHS Safety Group and stakeholders to identify issues, analyze safety data, and develop recommendations.