2027 Future Talent Program - Environmental Health and Safety Process and Site Support - Intern
About this opportunity
Job Description
The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Global Support Function Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support the Global Safety and Environment (GSE) team across multiple sites in the Americas. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in environmental health and safety (EHS) training implementation, documentation governance, and incident investigation improvements. The intern will play a key role in enhancing operational efficiency and supporting critical projects within the GSE organization.
Required Education and Skills
Currently pursuing a Bachelors/ Master’s Degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biology or another technical program.
Completed at least 2 years of college course work
Able to work full time for a period of 10-12 weeks
Critical thinking, communication, problem-solving and computer skills
Ability to receive verbal or written direction and implement corresponding changes
Ability to think critically about process inefficiencies and propose solutions
Preferred Skills:
Prior internship or work experience in the Environmental, Health, and Safety field or in chemical manufacturing.
Ability to convey ideas and explain decisions in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to work in a small team
Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.
Salary range:
The salary range for this role is $39,908 - $111,111 USD
FTP2027
GSF2027
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
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Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid
Shift:
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
n/a
Job Posting End Date:
10/9/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
Requisition ID:R413357
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How this role compares
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Salary context
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