About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience within the safety and occupational health team at our Russellville facility. You will work on-site to identify safety gaps and improve process efficiency. We aim to help you grow as a professional and explore career paths within the food manufacturing industry.
What you'll do#
- Support accident and illness prevention programs.
- Conduct hazard and risk assessments and perform regular plant safety inspections.
- Prepare and submit safety reports to management.
- Investigate accidents and track corrective actions.
- Participate in safety training sessions and promote safety awareness.
- Assist with Workers’ Compensation and safety committees.
- Help manage programs for exposure control, hazard communication, respiratory protection, and hearing conservation.
- Ensure compliance with safety laws and internal company policies.
- Help set standards for PPE and machine guarding.
- Support the development of the ergonomics program.
- Review and approve new or modified equipment for safety.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a four-year university or pursuit of a bachelor's degree, preferably in Environmental Engineering or a related field.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5.
- The ability to lift 50 lbs or more.
Location & details#
- Location: Russellville, Alabama.
- Terms: Spring 2027 and Winter 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This position is paid.
About JBS USA
JBS USA is a food and beverage manufacturing company based in Greeley, Colorado. It operates more than 150 locations across rural America and other international markets. The company produces food products for consumers and focuses on sustainable production methods. It maintains a workforce of over 10,000 employees.
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