EHS Intern

Job Description

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Operations Team as an EHS Intern for the summer of 2025 in our White Cloud facility.

Summary

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Internship role provides a student with the opportunity to apply their academic knowledge and skills in a professional environment. This role will support HWI at the plant level. The Environmental Health and Safety Internship provides hands-on experience in the implementation and support of EHS programs and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations while helping to promote a culture of safety and sustainability with the organization. Assisting in the development and implementation of safety and environmental programs and procedures.
• Collaborating with team to track and analyze workplace incidents, near misses, and safety trends. Assisting with reporting and record-keeping, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned. Providing general administrative support as needed.
  
  

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field
• Must have completed sophomore year with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Strong interest in environmental, health, and safety issues
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance standards preferred
• Basic understanding of environmental and safety risk management
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures
  
  

Physical And Environmental Requirements

• Physical Activity: Requires 1/3 to 2/3 of time sitting and/or speaking/hearing. Requires less than 1/3 of time standing, walking, using hands and fingers, reaching
• Lifting: Requires lifting up to 25 pounds less than 1/3 of time
• Vision: Requires accurate close and distance vision, color vision, and the ability to focus
• Environment: Requires 1/3 to 2/3 of time in an office setting. Requires less than 1/3 of time working near moving mechanical parts, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, and/or vibration
• Noise: Requires exposure to very loud noise
  
  

About Us

HWI, a member of Calderys

HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States.

With manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, as well as the major refractory industry research facility in North America, HWI serves virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions to enhance production and protect assets. HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intensely driven excellence.

We’re actively expanding our team of dedicated, enthusiastic people — particularly in research and development, engineering and manufacturing, product management, and sales. As a dynamic, growing global refractory leader, we offer competitive compensation, benefits packages, and wellness programs. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.

For more information, visit https://thinkhwi.com/