Avient Corporation provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:

·Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports

·Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy

·Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint

·Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility

Avient employs approximately 10,000 associates and is certified ACC Responsible Care®, a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste and certified Great Place to Work®. For more information, visit www.avient.com.

WHY AVIENT:

Avient Corporation is a world-class sustainable organization built on innovation, collaboration, and employee development. We are committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where our diverse associates can grow and succeed, as well positively impacting our planet and the communities we serve. Our Great Place to Work culture, values, and benefits make Avient an employer of choice for top talent.

At Avient, we believe diversity of ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person’s qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.

Job Summary

The EH&S and Sustainability Intern will support the EH&S team in implementing and maintaining health, safety, and environmental programs. The intern will also assist in the development and execution of sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing the environmental footprint of our operations. This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in EH&S and sustainability practices within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions

Health & Safety Support:

·Assist in conducting safety inspections and audits to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.

·Support the development and implementation of health and safety training programs.

·Participate in incident investigations and help identify root causes and corrective actions.

·Maintain and update EH&S documentation, including safety data sheets (SDS), training records, and inspection reports.

Environmental Compliance:

·Help monitor and ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards.

·Assist in the collection and analysis of environmental data (e.g., air, water, waste) to track performance and identify improvement opportunities.

·Support the preparation and submission of environmental reports to regulatory agencies.

Sustainability Initiatives:

·Contribute to the development and implementation of sustainability projects focused on energy efficiency, waste reduction, and resource conservation.

·Assist in the creation of sustainability reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

·Help organize and participate in sustainability events and awareness campaigns.

·Conduct research on best practices in sustainability and recommend strategies for improvement.

Continuous Improvement:

·Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement EH&S and sustainability improvements.

·Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and advancements in EH&S and sustainability practices.

·Participate in team meetings and provide updates on project status and key initiatives.