2025 Summer Internship - Risk Management - Safety

Dive into Your Career with Leslie’s!

Are you ready to make waves in your career? At Leslie’s, we empower changemakers, innovators, and go-getters to make a real impact. As the industry leader in pool and spa care since 1963, we’ve built a community of passionate professionals dedicated to helping customers create their dream backyards. Join a growing public company and become part of a diverse team committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

Why Leslie’s?

At Leslie’s, you’ll work alongside industry leaders in a culture that champions individuality and innovation. We offer:

• Opportunities to make a significant impact in a growing organization.
• A hybrid schedule with three days in our Phoenix, AZ office.
• Access to an in-office gym and nurse practitioner.
• Employee Resource Groups fostering diversity and inclusion.
• Employee discounts at Leslie’s stores.
  
  

What You Can Expect:

This 10-week, hands-on learning program offers:

• Comprehensive development courses on topics like conflict resolution and effective feedback.
• Exposure to executive leadership, including Directors, VPs, and Board Members.
• A team-based business solutions project culminating in a final presentation.
• Functional learning and professional growth within your department.
  
  

Job Overview:

As a Safety Intern, you’ll work closely with the EHS/Regulatory Director to manage Leslie’s Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Program, gaining hands-on experience in regulatory compliance, workplace safety, and risk management. This role is ideal for individuals who are highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to develop expertise in safety operations.

Responsibilities:

• Support safety and regulatory compliance by assisting in audits and inspections.
• Manage the safety email inbox, ensuring prompt and professional responses.
• Log inspection reports and initiate follow-up actions.
• Assist with the renewal of city fire and hazardous materials permits.
• Process Chemical Emergency Response (CER) submissions.
• Track and maintain expenses related to permits and inspections.
• Assist with Hazardous Materials Management Plans (HMBP) and Hazardous Material Inventory Statements (HMIS).
• Coordinate fire extinguisher service requests and maintain records.
• Assist with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) updates and retrieval.
• Provide administrative support such as filing, scanning, and document processing.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (expected graduation in Winter 2025 or Spring 2026).
• Previous internship experience in retail, consumer products, or manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Ability to work from our Phoenix, AZ headquarters Tuesday–Thursday (Out-of-state students are welcome to apply if they can attend in-office days).
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Strong work ethic, adaptability, and a passion for driving results.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
• Moderate lifting of office supplies and equipment as needed.
  
  

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits for full-time hires post-internship, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off.
  
  

At Leslie’s, diversity and inclusion are at the core of who we are. We welcome unique perspectives and are committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels they belong.

Join us in 2025—Dare to Make a Splash!