Posted 1mo ago

Environmental Health & Safety Intern (EHS Intern)

@ Coats Company
LaVergne, Tennessee, United States
OnsiteInternship
Responsibilities:supporting compliance, assisting investigations, maintaining documentation
Requirements Summary:Pursuing a Bachelor’s in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering; basic safety knowledge; strong communication and MS Office; able to work independently and in a team; manufacturing/field environment; legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Microsoft Office, Brady 360
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Job Description
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