The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Intern will gain hands-on experience applying environmental, health, and safety principles within a production environment. This role supports day-to-day EHS operations, compliance efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives while working closely with the EHS Manager and cross-functional teams. The intern will contribute to projects that promote regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and a strong safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Support daily activities to ensure compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations and company standards
Assist with updating Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and Lockout/Tagout procedures using Brady 360
Participate in routine safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments in production and field service environments
Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking
Support the continuous improvement of the Field Service Safety Program
Track and analyze EHS metrics and assist with preparing reports and dashboards
Assist with maintaining EHS documentation, files, and records
Support regulatory compliance activities aligned with Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements
Assist with development and delivery of EHS training materials and safety communications
Participate in emergency preparedness activities and safety meetings
Coordinate with cross-functional departments to support EHS objectives
Promote safety awareness by assisting with communications and follow-up on corrective actions
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the EHS Manager

Qualifications:

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
Exposure or coursework in environmental, industrial hygiene, or safety disciplines preferred
Basic understanding of occupational safety principles and regulatory requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Willingness to work in a manufacturing and field service environment
Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship

The Coats Company is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law.

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