Environmental, Health, & Safety Intern (Summer 2027)
At a glance
- Location
- RPSNA Erie, PA
- Work type
- Onsite
- Start
- Summer 2027
Environmental, Health, & Safety Intern (Summer 2027) at Amcor. Full-time summer internship (May 17–Aug 13, 2027) focused on coordinating EH&S activities with regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, DOT) and assisting with development and implementation of internal policies. Requires pursuing an associate's or bachelor's degree in a related field and strong regulatory knowledge, communication, and MS Office skills.
What they are looking for
Location: RPSNA Erie (ERPA) PA
Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.
At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.
Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube
Job Description
Location: 2300 Powell Avenue Erie, PA 16506
Direct Report: Tooling Director
Internship Details: This is a full-time summer internship opportunity anticipated to run from May 17, 2027, through August 13, 2027. Dates are subject to adjustment based on candidate availability and business needs.
1.0 PURPOSE: To coordinate activities with EH&S team relating to all regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.) and assist with creation and implementation of internal policies.
2.0 RESPONSIBILITIES, including but not limited to
Use caution and support facility systems to assure safety event free facilities.
Respond to any emergency or potential emergency following established procedures.
Observe, respond and report any instance of product, service, or quality systems non-conformity.
Security diligence: maintain control of key cards, prevent unauthorized entry to facilities by non-Amcor employees, and proper maintenance / security of Amcor equipment.
Successfully complete Primary Duties as outlined in 4.0 and associated training.
3.0 AUTHORITIES, including but not limited to
Pause activity and notify Safety lead in any facility regarding instances of potentially unsafe work environments or employee and
supplier practices.
Initiate action to prevent occurrences of any non-conformity of product, service or quality systems.
Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through designated channels.
Suggest actions for continual improvement to products, processes, facilities or systems and verify the implementation of solutions.
4.0 PRIMARY DUTIES, including but not limited to
Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of EH&S programs, policies, and procedures.
Create and update EH&S documentation to support regulatory compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support safety training programs through content development, scheduling, delivery, and recordkeeping.
Conduct PPE, machine guarding, and other safety compliance audits throughout the facility.
Identify hazardous conditions and behaviors and assist in developing corrective and preventive actions.
Gather, analyze, and report data for monthly EH&S metrics and performance tracking.
Assist with maintaining EH&S records and documentation in accordance with OSHA, EPA, company, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Support emergency preparedness activities, including drills, response planning, and program evaluations.
Create and co-facilitate safety and environmental training sessions for employees.
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams on EH&S initiatives.
Assist with capital project safety evaluations and development of supporting documentation and presentations.
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by the EH&S team.
5.0 QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION REQUIRED
Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Basic understanding of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to work in a manufacturing setting and spend significant time on the production floor.
6.0 PREFERRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
Previous internship, co-op, project, or coursework experience related to EH&S, manufacturing, engineering, or industrial operations.
Familiarity with safety auditing, risk assessments, incident investigations, or hazard recognition processes.
Knowledge of occupational safety regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
Experience analyzing data and preparing reports or presentations.
Exposure to safety management systems, continuous improvement methodologies, or lean manufacturing concepts.
Experience leading school, volunteer, or extracurricular projects demonstrating initiative and leadership.
Strong presentation and training facilitation skills.
Interest in pursuing a career in Environmental Health & Safety within a manufacturing environment.
Our Expectations
We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:
Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
Our customers grow and prosper from