Environmental Health & Safety Internship - Part-Time

Description

American Plastics, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative plastic-injection molded products for the household & garage storage and commercial cleaning end-markets. We are seeking a motivated Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Intern to join our team Findlay, Ohio Team.

This internship offers hands-on experience in workplace safety, environmental compliance, and health initiatives. You will support EHS programs, conduct audits, and assist in developing safety procedures while gaining valuable industry knowledge. This is a part-time internship (we will work around school schedules) and will report to the EHS Manager, Findlay, Ohio.

• Assist in conducting workplace safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Help develop and implement EHS policies and training materials.
• Participate in incident investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Collect and analyze EHS data to identify trends and improvement areas.
• Assist in waste management, air quality monitoring, and sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a safety culture.
• Support emergency preparedness and response activities.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for compliance and reporting.
  
  

Benefits & Learning Opportunities

• Gain practical experience in environmental and workplace safety regulations.
• Develop problem-solving and leadership skills in a corporate or industrial setting.
• Network with professionals in the EHS field.
• Potential opportunity for full-time employment upon graduation.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory standards (preferred).
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks.
  
  

Essential Job Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Eligible to work in the United States of America
• Pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screen & Authorize Background Check
  
  

If you are interested in joining American Plastics team and want to work in a fast-paced, progressive environment, we want to hear from you. We offer a competitive salary, including 401k.