Safety & Environmental Intern

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc; Arkansas; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. in Dell, AR, is offering a part-time Safety & Environmental Intern position at the Dell Power Plant. The internship spans three months this summer, with hands-on exposure to environmental compliance or workplace safety depending on your degree.

You will work with experienced EH&S professionals to support monitoring, data collection, audits, and continuous improvement while contributing to a strong safety culture and responsible power generation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related field.
• Commit to a three-month summer internship.
• Agency/enhanced exposure to EH&S concepts and practices.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental monitoring, data collection, and compliance activities (air, water, waste).
• Assist with workplace safety inspections, audits, training, and related initiatives.
• Collaborate with plant professionals to support continuous improvement and a strong safety culture.

Skills

Environmental monitoring

Data collection

Compliance activities

Education

Environmental Science

Environmental Engineering

Occupational Safety

Job description

## Safety & Environmental InternApply: Dell, Arkansas: Part time: Posted Yesterday: REQ-1704**At Associated Electric Cooperative, we're committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We're a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on and the energy flowing smoothly across our expansive network!****From technical to operational to professional disciplines, our team brings a wide variety of skills, talents, and expertise to the table. We believe in both dedicating ourselves to excellence and investing in your growth.**As an **Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) Intern**, you will spend three months gaining hands-on experience while supporting meaningful work at Associated Electric Cooperative’s Dell Power Plant. This paid summer internship offers exposure to environmental compliance or workplace safety—depending on your degree program—while you learn from experienced professionals and see how EH&S supports safe, responsible, and reliable power generation.### What You’ll Do* Support environmental monitoring, data collection, and compliance activities involving air, water, and waste.* Assist with workplace safety inspections, audits, training, and other initiatives that help protect employees and plant operations.* Collaborate with plant professionals and contribute to projects that support continuous improvement, environmental stewardship, and a strong safety culture.### What You’ll Need* Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety, or a related field.* Ability to commit to a three-month summer internship.**At Associated Electric Cooperative, all of our 700+ employees across MO/AR/OK territory play a crucial role in powering our mission! Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find endless opportunities for career development here. Join us in an environment where your contribution is valued, and your career can thrive as we work together to keep the lights on!****Ready to Energize your career? Visit our website at** **www.aeci.org/careers** **to learn more about Associated and apply for a position.**Equal Opportunity Statement:AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. Please reference the contact information below if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment.An equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran.