EHS Intern

Quaker Houghton

zion, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Data Entry, Document Management, Documentation, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Hazard Analysis, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, OSHA, Organizational Skills, Project Tracking, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Training, Trend Analysis, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
zion, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago

This role includes hands-on fieldwork, documentation management, use of EHS digital platforms, and exposure to core EHS processes in an industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities – JTRA

• Support identification of critical job tasks and associated hazards.
• Participate in field observations to identify hazards and controls.
• Assist in development, review, and standardization of JTRAs.
• Track corrective actions from JTRA reviews.

Key Responsibilities – LOTO

• Assist with equipment surveys to identify hazardous energy sources.
• Support creation and updates of equipment-specific LOTO procedures.
• Assist with LOTO audits and compliance walkthroughs.

EHS Manager Support

• Support the EHS Manager in tracking work permits and employee training.
• Learn to use DSS for training creation and tracking.
• Learn to use DevonWay for corrective action tracking and incident investigations.
• Support incident investigations and action follow-up.

General EHS Support

• Participate in safety inspections and walkthroughs.
• Support data entry, trend analysis, and reporting.
• Maintain organized EHS documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Engineering, Environmental Science, Safety, or related field.
• Strong interest in EHS and industrial safety.

Required Skills

• Document management and record control.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organization, communication, and multitasking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Familiarity with JTRA and LOTO concepts.
• Ability to travel between two facilities.

Physical & Work Environment

• Combination of office and field work.
• Exposure to manufacturing areas.
• PPE required in operational areas.

About the Company

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