Safety Intern: Farm Health & Safety Ops

CSS Farms, Inc.; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

CSS Farms, Inc. is seeking a Safety Intern to assist the site Safety Coordinator across multiple farm locations. This hands-on internship provides exposure to OSHA and NFPA standards, SDS management, and safety program implementation, with a focus on learning compliance and incident reporting.

Typical hours run May through August, with weekday schedules and flexibility during peak seasons. The role offers practical experience in occupational safety practices and regulatory compliance within an

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety or a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience with safety procedures and practices to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (OSHA, NFPA, state regs).
• Assist with the implementation, monitoring, and management of safety programs, policies, and procedures to meet company safety needs.
• Evaluate on‑site safety and emergency management programs to improve overall safety conditions.
• Gain experience with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management and chemical labeling practices.
• Perform routine walk‑throughs of facilities and equipment to observe hazards and unsafe activities.
• Collaborate with the Safety Coordinator and Safety Committee to implement safety improvements.
• Assist in accident investigations by gathering data, preparing reports, and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Become familiar with computer‑based reporting systems for injuries, auto, process, and property losses.
• Support safety training initiatives, including new hire safety orientation.
• Gain exposure to food safety practices to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

CSS Farms, Inc. is seeking a Safety Intern to assist the site Safety Coordinator across multiple farm locations. This hands-on internship provides exposure to OSHA and NFPA standards, SDS management, and safety program implementation, with a focus on learning compliance and incident reporting.

Typical hours run May through August, with weekday schedules and flexibility during peak seasons. The role offers practical experience in occupational safety practices and regulatory compliance within an