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Company Overview

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a "Bridgestone West" strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.

BAMG - FSFT Fibers TextilesNon-ManagementInterns & Co-OpsBridgestone is committed to reducing the impact of our operations to help address the global climate issues we face today. We are committed to continuously improving our environmental impacts and addressing environmental issues, such as climate change, depletion of resources, biodiversity loss, and environmental pollution. As an EHS intern, you will gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects, network with teammates across the organization, and learn what it is like to promote safety and sustainability in the industry. You will have the opportunity to make a lasting environmental impact while developing lifelong skills and competencies to elevate your future career.
The EHS - Health & Safety intern position focuses on designing solutions to mitigate workplace and community safety hazards. An EHS intern position applies broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education and must be able to explain facts, policies, and practices related to the job area.
This is not a remote opportunity; you must be able to work on-site

• Assist the EHS Manager in promoting a positive safety and health culture on-site by monitoring near-miss incidents, identifying trends, and implementing corrective actions.
• Support the injury investigation process by collecting data, conducting interviews, and recommending appropriate action steps to prevent future injuries or illnesses.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments of production areas and recommend potential improvements to management.
• Manage recordkeeping requirements related to injuries, illnesses, and hazardous materials.
• Assist in developing and delivering safety training programs to employees.
• Coordinate routine facility inspections to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, training sessions, and other safety-related activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address safety concerns and implement best practices.
• Stay abreast of changes in OSHA regulations and industry guidelines, ensuring that the organization remains up-to-date with the latest safety standards.

Salaried Manufacturing Interns or Co-Op, excluding California

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a closely related field.
• Available to work 30 hours weekly during school and full-time during breaks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in manufacturing is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and other relevant safety standards is beneficial.
• Able to work onsite in Kings Moutain and Gastonia
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving safety issues.

What we offer

At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to "Serve Society with Superior Quality", for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.