Safety & Environmental Intern, HSEC Program

Orange County Transportation Authority; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) invites college interns to join the Health, Safety, Environmental & Compliance (HSEC) team. You will work under supervision on entry-level duties, gain real-world experience, and be mentored throughout the program.

The internship is a year-round paid student program with a pay range of $20.00–$23.00 per hour. Approximately 20 hours per week, up to 1,000 hours in a 12-month period. Open until filled.

Qualifications

• Current full-time enrollment in a college/university pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Public Health, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Strong analytical, research, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support HSEC programs related to environmental compliance, employee safety, wellness, and training initiatives.
• Research, compile, analyze, and interpret data to support environmental impact studies, compliance activities, and safety programs.
• Assist with environmental permit tracking, database management, and system updates.
• Support employee injury investigations by gathering information and preparing documentation.
• Assist in developing reports, presentations, project specifications, and program recommendations.
• Participate in special projects that enhance HSEC programs, improve operational efficiency, and support long-term sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with HSEC staff to identify opportunities for process improvements and innovative safety and environmental strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Enrollment in relevant college program

Job description

Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) invites college interns to join the Health, Safety, Environmental & Compliance (HSEC) team. You will work under supervision on entry-level duties, gain real-world experience, and be mentored throughout the program.

The internship is a year-round paid student program with a pay range of $20.00–$23.00 per hour. Approximately 20 hours per week, up to 1,000 hours in a 12-month period. Open until filled.