Health, Safety, & Environment Intern
- Facilities Management
- Durham, NC
- Syngenta Group
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We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every team member has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the HSE team is currently seeking a co-op in RTP, NC. You will have the unique opportunity to work alongside and be mentored by the Syngenta Nort America HSE team.
As an intern at Syngenta, you have the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, and work on real projects finding real solutions. Work with us and you’ll get:
- Competitive wages
- Ongoing career development resources
- The opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects that solve problems
- A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and offers flexible work options to meet both your work and personal needs
Estimated Duration: January 2024 – June 2024
The overall purpose of the job is to deliver on appropriate complex HSE projects in accordance with internship requirements along with building experience and confidence in potentially expanding in the role to act as the primary HSE (Health, Safety, Environment) advisor / liaison for our RTP, North Carolina Seeds Research Headquarters. However, that would depend on performance, comfort level and any applicable agreement with university internship advisor as long as it does not impede completion of required projects for course credit.
In addition, part of this assignment will have the responsibility to assess, advise and audit on various HSE codes for a new office and research & development building project.
You will:
- Complete projects and work in compliance with federal, state and local HSE regulations and Syngenta policies and standards in a complex site office, laboratory, and pilot plant operations
- Coordinate the Site Emergency Management Team including the RTP HSES Integrated Contingency and Emergency Action Plan
- Assist with training the site spill team, and manage the site
- Assist with the development, implementation, maintenance and improvement of a comprehensive HSE program and related management systems for the site
- Coordinate and risk assess projects impacting HSE, e.g., management of change (i.e. experiments, process improvements, etc.), new construction, and other initiatives
- Assist with Compiling and submitting all required regulatory reports including Tier II, Bi-Annual Waste Report, Semi-Annual Air Permit, SERAM reporting
- Communicate significant HSE risks/impacts to the business and oversee action item closure
- Help with providing HSE related guidance and training for all employees, 3rd party contract employees, trade contractors and visitors. Drive HSE awareness techniques, including safety meetings/committees and safety alerts; enhance employee engagement
- Assist with site environmental program (Hazardous waste, Air Permit, etc.)
- Ensure required IH monitoring for the site is completed as required including but not limited to, respiratory fit testing, flex hood monitoring, and ergonomics assessments
- Develop, improve and maintain site HSE Intranet information, databases and pertinent records, and other database entry as needed
- Participate on site incident investigations and lead HSE communications regarding incident learning’s
- Participate on cross-functional teams, partner with peers and support all HSE network-wide initiatives
- Consult with RTP Site Management and Facilities Management, as required, in all areas of operations as it relates to HSE policy standards and requirements, including operational and capital budgets
- Maintain a strong presence onsite through site walk-throughs, inspections, and other HSE activities
- Assist Regional HSE with project implementation and site audits and assist site regulatory audit contact
- Provide guidance and attend meetings, as appropriate, with community organizations and professional development groups (i.e., LEPC, NCMA, CAPCA, ASSP)
- Assist with operational aspects of the site security program
What you must have:
- Senior class standing at an ABET accredited university in the area of Health, Safety, and Environment or similar technical degree
- A minimum of one but preferred two co-op assignments in HSE during college career
- Experience in construction safety is a plus
- Knowledge of HSE (Health, Safety, Environment) regulations, e.g. OSHA, NFPA, EPA, DOT.
- Ability to read and interpret HSE legislation, as applicable
- Ability to organize and learn to and eventually conduct a site HSE audit, conduct risk analysis of HSE issues
- Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship
What you might also contribute to the team:
- Ability to identify potential risks and safety issues throughout the site & during design reviews
- Ability to work with a variety of people and develop a strong HSE culture
- Ability to create and communicate through networks, newsletters, safety bulletins and the intranet
- Ability to eventually conduct thorough HSE audits and inspections
- Ability to communicate HSE information throughout organization and present key metrics to senior managers
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to waist
- Ability to carry 50 pounds for a short distance
- Must be able to walk long distances and stand on their feet for long periods of time
- Able to climb multiple flights of stairs
- Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights
- Must pass a medical clearance to wear a respirator
- Must pass a physical for a hazardous materials worker
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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- Durham, NC