About the role#
Piedmont Airlines is looking for a student to join our Safety Department as an Occupational Safety Programs Intern. You will work with the Ground Safety team to help maintain a safe environment for our employees and customers. This role reports to the Manager of Occupational Health Programs and provides exposure to the core functions of an airline safety department.
What you'll do#
- Support Occupational Safety and Health Programs, including Injury and Illness Prevention, Heat Illness Prevention, Wildfire Smoke Protocol, and OSHA self-audits.
- Assist the team with reviewing and following up on report submissions.
- Help create data visualizations and review safety manuals.
What you'll need#
- At least one year of progress toward a degree with a major or minor in safety or aviation/aeronautical science.
- Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to organize tasks, solve problems, and meet deadlines.
- General knowledge of CFRs, FARs, and OSHA regulations.
- Minimum age of 18 with proof of high school diploma or GED.
- Ability to pass a 10-year criminal history records check, drug screen, and maintain a clear driving record.
- Junior or Senior standing, prior office experience, and knowledge of Tableau are preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship.
- The role requires some travel and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
About Piedmont Airlines
Piedmont Airlines operates as a subsidiary of American Airlines Group. The company began in 1931 as Henson Flying Service and started scheduled flights in 1962. It maintains a fleet of ERJ-145 aircraft to serve 72 cities across the eastern United States and Canada. The airline is based in Salisbury, Maryland, and employs more than 11,000 people.
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