Environmental Health & Safety Internship
Trex Company, the world’s number one decking and railing brand, and leader in high-performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products, is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Intern to take part in our summer internship program. The Intern can expect to:
- Be an integral member of a team that drives EHS excellence every day
- Gain hands-on practical experience in health, safety and environmental program management and implementation in a complex manufacturing environment
- Complete projects that have meaningful impact on EHS performance across the organization
- Learn about EHS enterprise systems and how to develop data-driven solutions
- Participate in incident investigations to identify uncontrolled hazards, verify hazard corrections, and monitor the effectiveness of existing hazard controls
- Assist with creation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and conduct annual reviews of completed JHAs
- Assist with reviewing, creating, and updating EHS procedures, manuals, and supporting documents
- Perform other duties as assigned by Manager
Requirements:
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a 4-year accredited degree program in occupational health and safety, environmental management, industrial hygiene, ergonomics/kinesiology or related field. The ideal candidate needs to have a strong attention to detail and the ability to work under tight deadlines. This person should be consistently focused on improving Trex’s business needs.
- Must be a rising Junior or Senior
- Must have at least a 3.0 GPA
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship
WHO WE ARE
Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world's first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what’s next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world’s #1 brand of sustainably made, wood-alternative decking and deck railing – all proudly manufactured in the U.S.A. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country and caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes.
Everything we do is grounded in our values and guided by our beliefs. We are looking for candidates who embody our core values:
- Do the Right Thing
- Act with Boldness and Authenticity
- Drive Sustainability
- Innovate and Adapt
At Trex, you’ll become part of a diverse yet unified team who sustain the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader—learning, adapting, solving and succeeding. We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex.
Being a leader means persevering even when there’s not a road map; embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt and innovate—always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.