About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience within a construction and manufacturing environment. You will work alongside our safety team and various business units to support safety operations. This is a paid, full-time position occurring during the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Perform field project visits.
- Engage in task risk analysis.
- Conduct safety practice reviews.
- Perform industrial hygiene sampling.
- Analyze and trend safety data.
- Work with VelocityEHS safety management software.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for health and safety, industrial hygiene, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Public Health.
- Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
- A self-motivated approach and a focus on working well with people.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
- The position is on-site.
- Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this role.
About Ahern
Ahern is a mechanical and fire protection contractor established in 1880. The company handles HVAC, plumbing, building controls, and fire safety systems for commercial and industrial clients. Based in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, it operates as a privately held firm with a workforce of 1,001 to 5,000 employees. The business manages new construction, facility retrofits, and system fabrication across the United States.
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