About the role#
WEC Energy Group is hiring a Safety Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Chicago, Illinois. You will work with the Illinois Safety and Health Team to support operations and maintain a safe workplace for employees at PGL and NSG.
What you'll do#
- Conduct industrial hygiene exposure monitoring for physical, biological, and chemical agents to track employee exposures.
- Audit safety and health performance by observing work practices and interviewing staff.
- Identify areas for improvement and share findings and solutions with facility management.
- Deliver safety and health training programs and materials.
- Assist Safety and Health Consultants with the development and implementation of safety policies and procedures.
- Act as a professional resource for employees and department leaders.
What you'll need#
- A High School Diploma, HSED, or GED.
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master degree program in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Public Health, Environmental Engineering, Nursing, Industrial Engineering, Health Administration, or a closely related field.
- A graduation date after July 2027.
- A minimum GPA of 2.8.
- A valid driver license.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Pay: $21.30 per hour.
- Work modality: On-site.
About WEC Energy Group
WEC Energy Group is a public utility holding company that provides electric and natural gas service to nearly 4.4 million customers. It operates across Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota through several regulated utility subsidiaries. The company manages extensive infrastructure including 70,000 miles of electric distribution lines and 44,000 miles of natural gas lines. Founded in 2015, the firm maintains headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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