About the role#
Dexter is looking for an HSE Intern to join our team for the summer of 2027. You will work on-site at our manufacturing facilities to support our commitment to a healthy and safe workplace. This role offers hands-on experience where you will learn from experienced team members while contributing to safety and improvement projects.
What you'll do#
- Perform safety audits, inspections, and facility observations.
- Help investigate and document safety incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
- Maintain safety records, training files, and regulatory compliance documentation.
- Develop and improve safety procedures, work instructions, and training materials.
- Conduct ergonomics assessments and provide recommendations to improve safety.
- Support hazard identification, risk assessments, and corrective-action tracking.
- Communicate safety initiatives and encourage employee engagement in safety programs.
- Participate in safety meetings, facility walkthroughs, and cross-functional projects.
- Assist with environmental, health, and safety reporting.
- Handle additional tasks and special projects as needed.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a bachelor or master degree program at an accredited university.
- A strong interest in environmental health and safety within manufacturing.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools like Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
- Ability to analyze information, spot concerns, and help create practical solutions.
- A positive attitude and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
- Ability to work both independently and with a team.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- The role is based on-site in Elkhart, Indiana, or Albion, Indiana.
- You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
About Dexter
Dexter manufactures trailer parts and accessories for the utility, recreational, marine, agricultural, and heavy-duty equipment sectors. Founded in 1960, the company operates manufacturing facilities across the United States and Canada. It maintains a network of over 50 distribution branches to supply manufacturers, dealers, and service centers. Dexter is a subsidiary of DexKo Global and employs approximately 1,828 people.
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