Health and Safety Summer Intern

SeaWorld

Posted 2 months ago

Internship

San Diego, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will assist in conducting workplace safety observations, ergonomic assessments, and health compliance evaluations. They will also contribute to wellness initiatives, safety campaigns, and the analysis of injury and wellness trends.

Qualifications

You are currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in a health and safety field and possess strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP. You should be able to assist with workplace observations, documentation of safety hazards, and the development of health and safety initiatives.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job Description

SEASONAL POSITION

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

Dive into the inaugural year of the SeaWorld San Diego Summer Internship Program, an exciting new opportunity designed to give students meaningful, real-world experience in a dynamic theme park environment. As this inaugural year launches, interns will play an important role in shaping a program that will grow for years to come. Internships are open to undergraduate students who are currently pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university.

What you get to do:

  • Assist in conducting workplace observations and basic ergonomic assessments.
  • Support documentation of potential safety hazards and improvement opportunities.
  • Help review workplace procedures related to employee health and safety compliance.
  • Assist in conducting workplace evaluations to ensure safe working practices and procedures.
  • Assist with development and delivery of workplace wellness initiatives (e.g. ergonomic stretches, injury prevention and heat prevention measures)
  • Contribute to communication materials such as wellness newsletters, training handouts, or digital content.
  • Assist in analyzing trends related to injuries, ergonomics issues, or wellness participation.
  • Support literature reviews on occupational health and human performance topics.
  • Help coordinate wellness events, trainings, or safety campaigns.
  • Assist in evaluating program effectiveness and preparing summary reports.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including safety officers, HR staff, and health professionals.


What it takes to succeed:

  • Strong written/verbal communication skills; able to read, write and speak English.
  • Strong ability to respond effectively to inquiries or complaints from team members, customers, regulatory agencies, or contractors.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and SAP.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities.
  • Ability to ensure accurate follow-through on all aspects of compliance in accordance with local and state regulations.
     

What else is important:

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in health and safety field preferred.
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
  • Able to stand, walk, and work for prolonged periods in various weather conditions.
  • Consistently practices safe work habits, including using personal protective equipment and lifting safety protocols.
  • Willing to comply with all organizational grooming guidelines and employment standards.
  • Valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a park license.


Hours: up to 40 hours per week; Monday-Friday with weekends & holidays as needed
Availability: Must have 5 days of open availability, including weekends and holidays.

Compensation: $18/hr

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

  • FREE park admission
  • Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
  • Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Exclusive employee events and giveaways
     

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

SeaWorld

United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company with a world-class portfolio of seven brands across 13 parks in the United States and Abu Dhabi. The Company’s award-winning portfolio of iconic brands includes SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Discovery Cove, Sesame Place, Water Country USA, Adventure Island, and Aquatica. Our portfolio offers experiences for guests of all ages to enjoy exhilarating thrill and family-friendly rides and coasters, inspiring up-close encounters and educational presentations with wildlife, and exciting shows, concerts, and live performances. We are committed to wildlife conservation globally, and all three SeaWorld parks, plus Discovery Cove and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, are accredited members of the AZA, one of the world’s foremost professional zoological organizations. Our parks serve as one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, actively participate in endangered species survival programs, and make significant contributions to science through field research and the study of animals in our care. Website: www.UnitedParks.com
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