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Safety Intern

Southwire Company, LLCPleasant Prairie, WI, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.

The purpose of Southwire's College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher. Our goal is to give students meaningful work that builds on what they are learning in the classroom. Our programs are project based. Students will receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it in our project expo at the end of the summer. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what'spossible?

Location : Pleasant_Prairie, WI

Shift : May 18th- August 7th

Pay Rate : $18.00- $23.00

Job Description

Job Summary / Objective :

The purpose of Southwire's College Programs is to help early career professionals bring together formal learning and

productive work to improve their ability to transition from school to work. Southwire provides interns and co-ops with

"real world" applications of their academic studies, helpful feedback and coaching, and consideration for employment

after graduation. Each student will have a variety of responsibilities and assigned projects that relate to their field of

study and be responsible for developing a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery in a senior leadership expo.

Note : All new interns and co-ops must begin in the summer rotation.

Ready to explore new horizons in your own development as a Southwire Intern or Co-op and help us power what's possible?

Key Responsibilities

  • Your intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and

will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.

  • You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational
  • leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.

  • You will be provided a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and
  • offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and

    community service / volunteer initiatives.

  • You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the organization, all the while being exposed to
  • a world-class program community.

  • Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full-time employment opportunities.
  • Long Description

    Position Summary

    This position will support the Health and Safety team by assisting with programs and initiatives to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. The Safety Intern will play a key role in supporting workplace safety initiatives by analyzing trends, conducting compliance audits, and developing actionable improvement plans. This internship offers hands-on experience in safety culture development, risk assessment, and engineering controls. The role emphasizes influencing safe behaviors, improving safety standards, and collaborating across departments to drive change.

    Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in conducting safety audits and inspections within facilities.
  • Support development and delivery of safety training materials and programs.
  • Participate in Kaizen events and hazard identification activities.
  • Collect, analyze, and report safety data and incident trends.
  • Help maintain safety documentation and compliance records.
  • Research and recommend best practices to enhance workplace safety culture.
  • Assist with safety communications and awareness campaigns.
  • Collaborate with team members on safety improvement projects and initiatives.
  • Perform other safety-related duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications

  • Minimum 2.5 GPA.
  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college / university pursuing a degree in Environmental Health and Safety or Industrial Engineering.
  • Reliable transportation to and from work.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong organization, planning, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or other relevant tools.
  • Benefits We Offer :

  • 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Southwire is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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