Ehs Internship Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

Position Overview:
The EHS CO-OP will provide support to SPX FLOW's Environmental Health & Safety team. This position will offer hands-on experience with a variety of EHS tasks, including program development, safety observations, risk assessments, and compliance activities. The CO-OP will work closely with the EHS and Continuous Improvement teams to ensure workplace safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:

1. Safety Program Support:
• Assist in the development, review, and update of EHS programs.
• Ensure that safety protocols align with OSHA, EPA, and SPX FLOW standards.
2. Risk Assessment & Audits:
• Conduct job hazard analyses (JHAs) and workplace safety audits.
• Assist in identifying and mitigating safety risks at various workstations and operations.
3. Safety Observations:
• Support the management of the safety observation system.
• Track, document, and follow up on corrective actions for reported safety issues.
4. Training & Education:
• Participate in EHS-related training initiatives for employees.
• Assist in developing and delivering safety-related training materials and presentations.
5. Incident Reporting & Investigation:
• Assist in the reporting and investigation of workplace incidents.
• Help gather data, prepare incident reports, and follow up on corrective actions.
6. Regulatory Compliance:
• Aid in maintaining compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of regulatory submissions, permits, and reports.
7. Continuous Improvement:
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement opportunities within EHS operations.
• Participate in Kaizen or other continuous improvement initiatives related to workplace safety.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program focused on Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of EHS principles and regulations (e.g., OSHA).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship or CO-OP experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies (e.g., JHA, FMEA).
• Familiarity with incident investigation techniques (e.g., root cause analysis).

Benefits to CO-OP:

• Real-world EHS experience in a dynamic manufacturing setting.
• Networking opportunities with EHS professionals and other industry leaders.
• Opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to solve practical EHS challenges.
• Potential pathway to full-time employment within SPX FLOW after successful completion of the CO-OP.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand for long periods of time and operate machinery and/or lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to kneel, bend, stoop, walk or work in high precarious places. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and ability to adjust focus. PPE is required.
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and equipment of various sizes. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SPX FLOW is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law.
SPX FLOW VALUES
SPX Flow employees are expected to behave in accordance with our company values as outlined below.
Quality
Quality encompasses all aspects of SPX's business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions.