About the role#
The 2026 Fall Safety Internship at JBS USA provides an opportunity to support the safety and occupational health team in a food and beverage manufacturing environment. Interns contribute to the improvement of accident and illness prevention programs while gaining exposure to safety management within the global food supply chain.
What you'll do#
- Support the safety and occupational health team with daily operations.
- Assist in the development and improvement of accident and illness prevention programs.
- Conduct hazard and risk assessments throughout the facility.
- Prepare and submit safety reports to management.
- Investigate accidents and track the implementation of corrective actions.
- Participate in safety training sessions and promote safety awareness.
- Perform regular plant safety inspections.
- Assist in managing safety programs including exposure control, hazard communication, respiratory protection, and hearing conservation.
- Ensure compliance with safety laws and internal company policies.
- Help set standards for personal protective equipment and machine guarding.
- Support the development of ergonomics programs and review new or modified equipment for safety.
- Assist with Workers Compensation and safety committees.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a four-year university degree program, preferably in Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Public Health, or Health Administration.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5.
- The physical ability to lift 50 lbs or more.
Location & details#
- Location: Russellville, Alabama.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid position at $22 per hour with a $2,500 relocation stipend.
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