About the role#
As a Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting safety programs, regulatory compliance, and risk reduction. You will contribute to local and enterprise-wide safety initiatives at our Swedesboro facility. This role offers exposure to real-world safety challenges and is designed for students building a career in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related fields. The position combines office work with time in active production areas.
What you'll do#
- Populate and maintain the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) database using information from multiple facilities, including newly acquired locations.
- Enter and validate chemical composition information within the SDS management system.
- Conduct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) hazard assessments.
- Develop PPE signage and postings for manufacturing work cells.
- Review, update, and enhance machine-specific lockout/tagout procedures.
- Assist with machine guarding assessments.
- Identify opportunities to improve workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Industrial Hygiene, Safety Management, Environmental Science, Public Health, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Interest in manufacturing operations, workplace safety, and continuous improvement.
Location & details#
- Location: Swedesboro, New Jersey.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May-August).
- Work Modality: On-site, full-time.
- This position is paid and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
About DwyerOmega
DwyerOmega manufactures precision instruments for sensing, instrumentation, and process control. The company serves clients in HVAC, research, and industrial manufacturing sectors. It provides tools to measure and monitor variables like temperature, flow, pressure, and air quality. Headquartered in Michigan City, Indiana, the firm employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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