Environmental Health and Safety Intern

Tuuci

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Hialeah, Florida

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Responsibilities

Support the development of a strong safety culture by assisting with compliance initiatives, facility inspections, and safety training. Assist in accident investigations and manage administrative tasks related to Workers' Compensation and OSHA documentation.

Qualifications

You are currently pursuing or have recently graduated from a relevant degree program, such as Occupational Safety & Health or Industrial Engineering. You possess foundational knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards, with bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills being a requirement.

Must Have Skills for ATS

OSHA

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

OSHA 10

OSHA 30

EHS

Job Description

 Job Title                                                                                               Environmental Health and Safety Intern                                                                     Position Summary: Tuuci is searching for an enthusiastic and motivated Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Intern to join our Safety team. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience in occupational safety and environmental health within a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about workplace safety, eager to learn, and ready to make a meaningful impact from day one.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Support the development and promotion of a strong safety culture by assisting with safety compliance initiatives and awareness campaigns throughout the facility. 
  • Assist in ensuring that safety policies, programs, and training materials align with Federal, State, and local regulations. 
  • Help prepare and coordinate safety training sessions covering emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other relevant topics. 
  • Participate in facility inspections to identify potential safety, health, and environmental risks, and assist in documenting findings. 
  • Shadow and support accident investigations, working alongside manufacturing teams to help identify root causes and contributing factors. 
  • Assist in monitoring employee compliance with safety procedures and policies and report observations to the EHS team. 
  • Support the HR department and Manufacturing Leaders with administrative tasks related to the Workers' Compensation program, including documentation and case tracking for injured employees. 
  • Help maintain and update OSHA 300 Log documentation and ensure Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are current and accessible. 
  • Assist with special projects and perform other related duties as assigned by the EHS team. 
  • Performs other related duties as assigned 
 Education and Qualifications: 
  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited college or university program in Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. 
  • Foundational knowledge of OSHA regulations, workplace safety standards, and environmental health principles (coursework counts!). 
  • Basic understanding of common workplace hazards and safe work practices. 
  • Familiarity with ergonomic principles and human factors is a plus. 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly. 
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with employees at all levels. 
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. 
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is a plus but not required — we encourage candidates to pursue certification during the internship. 
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is required 
 What you’ll gain: 
  • Practical, resume-building experience in EHS within a real manufacturing environment. 
  • Mentorship from experienced safety professionals. 
  • Exposure to OSHA compliance, incident investigation, and safety program management. 
  • The opportunity to contribute to a workplace safety culture that protects real people every day. 
  TUUCI is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are to be treated equally with the same rights and privileges with respect to recruiting, hiring, promotions, demotions, transfers, separations, compensation, and benefits regardless of their age, race, color, creed, religion, or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy-related status, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, where the individual is otherwise qualified, or any other category protected by applicable law.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.  www.Tuuci.com   

Tuuci

Manufacturer of leisure and luxury lifestyle products including parasols, cabanas and lounges. Since its inception, more than 25 years ago, Tuuci's shade structures have redefined the shade category. In addition to artistic beauty, Tuuci products are engineered with marine-grade components that are durable and easy to operate. Tuuci also focuses on environmental sustainability including extensive recycling efforts within its manufacturing process, energy conservation and the integration of recycled materials into its products, packaging and supplies. Outdoor cafés and many of the world’s leading resorts and hotels have selected Tuuci because of the combination of beauty, durability and function its products provide. Headquartered in Miami, the Tuuci team includes experts in design, engineering and production. Tuuci products are distributed worldwide through strategically located service centers. See available positions at http://tuucicareers.com.
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