Safety Engineer Intern

GOTAFE; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GOTAFE seeks an EHS Internship candidate in Davenport, IA to assist with implementing and administering plant Environmental Health and Safety and Security processes.

You will manage an EHS project, support employee engagement activities, and help maintain EHS documentation. This role favors students seeking hands-on experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Housing and relocation stipend may be provided for out-of-state interns.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior at an accredited 4-year university.
• Interest in gaining hands-on industry experience prior to graduation.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with all organizational levels.
• Authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation and administration of plant EHS and Security processes.
• Manage an EHS-related project.
• Support employee engagement activities including Safety Committee and Training.
• Prioritize and maintain EHS-related documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior at a 4-year university

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Assist with implementation and administration of plant Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and Security processes.
• Manage an EHS-related project.
• Support employee engagement activities including Safety Committee and Training.
• Prioritize and maintain EHS-related documentation.

About You

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

• Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior at an accredited 4-year university.
• Interested in gaining hands‑on industry experience prior to graduation.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with all organizational levels.
• Authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• Preferred majors include Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management, Environmental Science, or related fields.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team‑based environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Combined housing and relocation stipend for out‑of‑state interns or interns outside an extended radius for select positions.