SUMMER INTERN - Environmental Health and Safety

Job description

Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented EHS Intern to join our Environmental, Health, and Safety team. This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in EHS compliance, risk management, and sustainability initiatives. The intern will work closely with EHS professionals to support ongoing projects and contribute to our commitment to creating a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.

Matalco plant locations include: 
• Lordstown, OH

Internship Includes:
• Base pay of $20.00/hr 
• Monthly housing stipend of $2k net
• Real-world experience that provides a competitive edge upon graduation
• Casual work environment
• Networking with leadership and functional plant leaders.
• Assignment time frame:  Summer 2025 (May – August) with opportunity to work during the following school year.

Responsibilities:
• Assist in conducting safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with EHS regulations.
• Support the development and implementation of safety training programs for employees.
• Help maintain EHS documentation, including incident reports, safety data sheets, and regulatory filings.
• Conduct research on industry best practices and emerging EHS regulations.
• Participate in data collection and analysis for EHS performance metrics.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations for management review.
Qualifications:
• Must have completed 90 or more credit hours by the end of the spring 2024 semester
• Currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7
• Must be a full-time student attending an accredited two-year or four-year college/university
• Must be legally authorized to work at a company in the U.S. or Canada without sponsorship.
• Problem solving skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, presentation, and team skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Self-motivated with a high level of initiative, able to work well independently.

Working Conditions
• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.
• Work is mainly performed in an office setting, with some time spent in a manufacturing environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.