The Role: This role will support our EHS team in ensuring a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment. The EHS intern will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of EHS management, including safety audits, risk assessments, regulatory compliance, and environmental sustainability initiatives. The EHS Intern will assist in promoting a culture of safety and environmental responsibility within the company while supporting daily operations and reporting needs.
Location(s): Salinas, CA
Areas of Responsibility:
- Support EHS Program Implementation: Assist in the implementation and monitoring of safety programs and initiatives, including workplace safety training, inspections, and audits.
- Data Management & Reporting: Assist in collecting and analyzing EHS-related data, preparing reports, tracking safety metrics, and maintaining accurate records of incidents, safety inspections, and audits.
- Risk Assessment: Help identify potential safety hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement corrective actions or recommendations to improve safety practices.
- Safety Inspections: Participate in regular safety audits and inspections, document findings, and assist in developing corrective actions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong interest in workplace safety, environmental regulations, and EHS practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate safety information to team members at all levels.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.
- Prior experience or coursework related to safety, hazard identification, or EHS programs is a plus, but not required.
Ideal Candidate
- Willingness to learn and adapt: Open to gaining knowledge in environmental, health, and safety practices.
- Strong work ethic and reliability: Dependable and committed to completing tasks accurately and on time.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills: Able to work well with others and share information clearly.
