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Russ Davis Wholesale Inc.

Safety Intern

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$20/hr

Russ Davis Wholesale Inc. is a leader in fresh produce distribution and food production, proudly ... We're looking for a motivated Safety Intern to join our team in St. Paul and help support a safe ...

Russ Davis Wholesale, Inc.

Safety Intern

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$20/hr

Russ Davis Wholesale Inc. is a leader in fresh produce distribution and food production, proudly ... We're looking for a motivated Safety Intern to join our team in St. Paul and help support a safe ...

Grande Cheese Company

Safety Intern

Brownsville, WI · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Through active involvement in safety initiatives, assessments, and investigations, the intern will ... food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to ...

Grande

Safety Intern

Brownsville, WI · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Through active involvement in safety initiatives, assessments, and investigations, the intern will ... food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to ...

Grande Cheese Company

Safety Intern

Brownsville, WI · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Through active involvement in safety initiatives, assessments, and investigations, the intern will ... food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to ...

Grande Cheese Company

Safety Intern

Brownsville, WI · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Through active involvement in safety initiatives, assessments, and investigations, the intern will ... food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to ...

Ahlstrom

Safety Intern

Rhinelander, WI · On-site

$27/hr

We are seeking a Safety Intern at our Rhinelander, Wisconsin plant for Summer 2027. This position ... Our Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials segments ...

Grande

Food Safety & Quality Intern

Brownsville, WI · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

The Food Safety & Quality Internship offers a hands-on opportunity for a college student to gain experience in food safety, quality systems, and dairy manufacturing. Past interns have completed ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for food safety intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Food Safety Intern supports food safety programs by assisting with inspections, audits, and compliance checks in food production or service environments. They help monitor hygiene practices, collect samples for laboratory testing, and ensure that food handling procedures meet regulatory standards. Interns may also participate in training sessions, data entry, and the implementation of corrective actions. This role is designed to provide hands-on experience in maintaining food quality and safety, preparing interns for future careers in food science or quality assurance.

What kinds of projects or tasks can a food safety intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Food Safety Intern, you can expect to assist with a variety of hands-on projects such as monitoring sanitation procedures, conducting food safety audits, and helping to implement quality control protocols. You may also support the team in collecting and analyzing samples, preparing documentation for regulatory compliance, and participating in training sessions on hygiene standards. This role often involves close collaboration with quality assurance staff, production teams, and regulatory personnel, providing a broad view of food safety operations and valuable experience for future career growth.

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Safety Intern

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

Russ Davis Wholesale Inc.
Wholesale • 501 - 1,000 employees

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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$20/hr

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Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Ready to gain hands-on safety experience with a growing, employee-owned company? Russ Davis Wholesale Inc. is a leader in fresh produce distribution and food production, proudly serving customers across the Midwest. From our high-quality fruits and vegetables to our well-known Crazy Fresh brand, we move fast, think fresh, and take pride in delivering products that make a difference every day. We’re looking for a motivated Safety Intern to join our team in St. Paul and help support a safe, healthy, and productive workplace.

If you’re ready to build your safety knowledge, gain meaningful experience, and make an impact with a company that values fresh thinking and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start building your future with Russ Davis Wholesale!

Wage: $20.00/hr

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Flexible Part time hours

Location: St. Paul, MN



Summary


As a part-time, on-site Safety Intern in the St. Paul, MN area, you’ll work directly with our Safety Manager and gain real-world experience in workplace safety, compliance, training, and accident prevention. This is a great opportunity to learn how safety programs are built, supported, and improved in a fast-paced production and distribution environment.

·        Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of workplace safety programs

·        Support safety training initiatives and help promote safe work practices

·        Participate in accident investigations and assist with follow-up documentation

·        Help support Occupational Health and EHS compliance efforts

·        Collaborate with team members across departments to strengthen our safety culture


What We’re Looking For

·        Interest in health, safety, occupational health, environmental science, or a related field

·        Basic understanding of Health & Safety, Occupational Health, or EHS principles

·        Curiosity and willingness to learn about safety training, compliance, and accident investigation

·        Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

·        Ability to work independently while also collaborating with employees across departments

·        Enrollment in or completion of a degree program related to Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred, but not required

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic project management skills

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