POSITION PURPOSE/MISSION:

Grow through Charter's Internship values of communication, high expectations, accountability, responsibility, teamwork, exposure to business, and real-world work experience. Become part of the Safety department while being exposed to varying issues. Assist and/or lead multiple Safety projects supporting the different facets of the business. Collaborate directly with other employees and work on projects independently.

Duration/Schedule: Flexible part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer months.

Start Date:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Environmental Health and Safety or a related field with current status of at least a Sophomore level. Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Ability to succeed in a team environment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Occupational Safety with multiple courses completed toward major or a related field with current status of at least a Junior level.
• Training skills.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA Standards.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Emphasis in Environmental Program.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Perform safety projects such as lockout/tagout, confined spaces, fall protection, etc.
• Conduct plant safety inspections, safety observations of employees, and accident investigations.
• Industrial hygiene sampling.
• Assist in auditing/managing safety programs.
• Assist in developing/delivering safety training.
• Document and improve processes
• Support Safety Teams.
• Generate reports as requested.
• Gain exposure to Environmental Management Systems.
• Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.
• Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.

POSITION CHALLENGES:

• Juggling multiple responsibilities and projects.
• Working independently with little direction.