Job Description
Job Title:
Environmental, Health, and Safety Intern
Req ID:
48880
Job Location (Short):
Loves Park, IL, USA
Employment Type:
Full Time
Segment:
Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment
Job Category:
Quality and Environment, Health and Safety (EHS)
Work Location Type:
On-site
The Impact You'll Make
You’ll play an active role in strengthening environmental, health, and safety practices at our Danfoss Drives manufacturing facility in Loves Park, Illinois. This is a hands-on summer internship where your work will directly support a safer workplace and a more sustainable operation.
Working closely with experienced EHS professionals, you’ll gain real-world exposure to manufacturing environments while contributing to projects that protect people, equipment, and the environment.
If you’re eager to learn, collaborate, and make a visible impact early in your career, this role gives you the opportunity to turn classroom knowledge into meaningful action.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Conduct EHS inspections, audits, and machine safety assessments, and recommend practical improvements to reduce risk
- Support chemical risk assessments, procedure updates, and compliance activities across the facility
- Participate in monthly safety committee meetings, helping track and close action items
- Create and deliver training materials, toolbox talks, and safety communications for employees
- Assist with train-the-trainer sessions and help educate employees on safe equipment use
What We're Looking For
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You’re currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Studies, or a related field, with a minimum GPA of 3.0
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You communicate clearly and confidently, and enjoy working with people at all levels of the organization
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You’re organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple tasks and projects
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You’re curious, proactive, and willing to respectfully challenge existing processes to improve safety
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You’re comfortable using Microsoft Office tools to document, analyze, and present information
What You'll Get from Us
- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
The US base salary range for this internship is $23- $25/hr. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
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