Safety Intern - EH & S

Safety Intern - EH & S Job Locations US-PA-Slippery Rock ID 2026-4907 Category Engineering Position Type Temporary Full-Time Overview Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI) MTI is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services. MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world. Why Intern at MTI? Develop professional skills through structured learning and development experiences. Learn from experienced professionals through mentorship and coaching . Participate in our Speaker Series events featuring business and technical leaders. Connect with employees and fellow interns through networking events and Coffee Chats . Explore career opportunities across a global manufacturing and technology organization. Present your work and accomplishments to business leaders at the end of your internship. Build a professional network and gain valuable experience that prepares you for future internships and full-time career opportunities. At MTI , interns are valued contributors who work alongside experienced professionals to solve real business challenges and make meaningful contributions from day one. Responsibilities Job Summary: The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Intern will support environmental, health, and safety initiatives within a manufacturing environment. Working closely with site leadership and EH&S personnel, the intern will gain hands-on experience in workplace safety, environmental compliance, risk reduction, employee training, and continuous improvement activities. The internship provides practical exposure to EH&S programs while contributing to projects that support a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Assist with safety inspections and workplace audits. Support incident investigations and corrective actions. Maintain EHS records and documentation. Conduct safety observations and assessments. Assist with employee safety training initiatives. Support environmental compliance activities. Analyze safety performance metrics and trends. Participate in safety awareness campaigns and initiatives. OE/Lean: 5S, Kaizen, Daily Management Control, Standard Work Qualifications Qualifications/Requirements: The requirements listed in the sections that follow are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (primary duties) of the job. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Assist with environmental, health, and safety programs and initiatives. Support the collection, organization, and analysis of EH&S data and metrics. Participate in workplace inspections, audits, and safety observations. Help maintain EH&S records, documentation, and regulatory compliance files. Support employee safety training and awareness programs. Assist with environmental programs related to waste management, recycling, emissions, water management, or sustainability initiatives. Participate in risk assessments and hazard identification activities. Prepare reports, presentations, and other project documentation as needed. Education: Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field. Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this position, the employee may work in a combination of office, laboratory, manufacturing, or other operational environments depending on assigned projects and business needs. Responsibilities may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, and using standard office equipment including computers, telephones, printers, and copiers. The position may also require interaction with manufacturing equipment, laboratory instruments, production processes, or outdoor work areas under the supervision of Company personnel. The employee will regularly communicate with internal and external stakeholders through face-to-face interactions, telephone calls, electronic communications, and written correspondence. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, steel-toed footwear, high-visibility clothing, and other site-specific PPE, may be required when entering manufacturing, laboratory, or field locations. Adherence to all MTI safety policies, procedures, and training requirements is mandatory. Work Hours: Work schedule will be established based on business needs and the intern's academic schedule and availability. Safety Training: New employees hired into this position will receive New Employee Safety Training through the Company's learning management system. Federal Applicant Information Options Apply for this job online Apply Share Email this job to a friend Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs Software Powered by ICIMS www.icims.com