Health & Safety Intern - 105820
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:Primary RoleThis health & safety internship experience will introduce you to the exciting career opportunities in the water and wastewater field at Pennsylvania American Water.The successful candidate will: Learn firsthand how water utilities support communities and provide resiliency and sustainability, Work with a team of professionals to assist with activities related to health & safety for assigned facilities, assist with programs to ensure compliance with all ORM regulations.
Key Accountabilities * Assist with monitoring and reporting programs to ensure compliance with federal and state health & safety regulations and company standards. * Assist with ORM assessments, audits and inspections at Company facilities and job sites in order to identify hazards and deficiencies, recommend remedial actions and oversee successful implementation of corrective actions. * Assist with development and maintenance of databases and other safety reporting tools to compile, calculate, track, report and clean-up data pertaining to ORM compliance across the state. * Assists with coordination and monitoring of departmental accounting activities, maintaining system databases, running reports, verifying accuracy of figures and computations, researching and responding to discrepancies. * Researches and abstracts information and supporting data in preparation for meetings, presentations, work projects, reports, etc.
Knowledge/Skills * Detail oriented to conduct thorough analyses and evaluations, render and implement timely decisions and recommendations. * Ability to work independently and manage time across multiple projects and deadlines. * Ability to seek input/feedback and coordinate with staff. * Good communication skills. * Good working knowledge of computer programs, databases and software to support specific assignments. * Demonstrated organizational and administrative skills. * Good analytical and problem-solving skills. * Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience/Education * Enrollment in a health & safety undergrad degree program from an accredited school. * Minimum of 2 years of completed course work.
Other Requirements * Valid Driver's License and ability to submit motor vehicle background check. * Must be able to submit pre-employment background check.
Compensation * $18.00/hour
Competencies * Champions safety * Customer obsessed * Cultivates innovation * Nimble learning * Collaborates * Drives Results
American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.