Health & Safety Internship
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Novi, MI
Job Summary
Fishbeck is seeking a motivated
Health & Safety Intern to join our team in our Grand Rapids, Michigan headquarters or Novi, MI office. This opportunity allows students to gain hands-on experience in workplace safety, compliance, and risk management while working on a variety of projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Primary Functions
Policy & Training Support:
- Assist with reviewing and revising health and safety policies.
- Help organize training sessions and create standardized training materials, including departmental and new employee orientation (NEO) PowerPoints.
Compliance & Risk Management:
- Follow up on Health & Safety action plan items to ensure compliance.
- Assist with vendor organization and management.
- Support H&S site audits to assess safety conditions and adherence to regulations.
Emergency Preparedness & Incident Response:
- Standardize emergency equipment in each office to ensure consistency.
- Participate in safety committee meetings and contribute to discussions.
- Assist with incident investigations, if applicable.
Team Collaboration & Engagement:
- Attend departmental meetings to represent health and safety interests and share relevant information.
- Participate in Safety Day activities in June to promote awareness and engagement.
- Assist with collecting and managing departmental health and safety data, including equipment inventory.
- Input data into the safety management system as needed.
Desired Education
Currently enrolled in a
Bachelor's degree program in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
Desired Skills/Experience
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
What We Offer
- Hands-on experience in health and safety management within a professional setting.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
- Opportunities for professional growth and networking.
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments.
- A collaborative and engaging work environment.
About Fishbeck
Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with over
15 regional offices and more than 650 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck's services and integrated project approach. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to
reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.
We are an
equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Minimum Physical Requirements
Ability to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment, and communicate effectively in person and via phone or computer. Accommodations may be made for qualified individuals requiring assistance.
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Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber
Mar 13, 2025 