Health, Safety & Environment - Co-op Positions

Location: Columbus, IN, United States Department: Health and Safety

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Assists with the application and use of engineering controls to control hazards and reduce risks in the facility or site.

Helps to anticipate, identify, and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices.

Develops basic hazard control designs, methods, procedures, and programs.

Administers and communicates hazard control programs.

Interprets and applies internal and external standards in support of hazard reduction and compliance.

To be successful in this role you will need the following

Fundamentals of Health and Safety - Comprehensive knowledge of occupational health & safety. Detailed understanding of general industry standards and the requirements of the more frequently referenced standards. Includes knowledge of  basic health and safety concepts such as hazard and risk assessment, personal protective equipment, behavior-based  safety, machine/ equipment safety, confined space entry, etc.

Health & Safety Professional Knowledge (Including Regulatory Compliance) - Health & Safety Professional Knowledge relates to having comprehensive knowledge of occupational safety and health compliance. Regulatory compliance deals  with the regulatory requirements imposed on industry by local, state, provincial, national, and international organizations.  Detailed understanding of how the provisions of the regulations, as applicable may be implemented in the workplace,  rights and responsibilities under the various acts/ regulations/ rules, the appeals process, record keeping (OSHA), and  Voluntary Protection Programs (OSHA). Understanding of general industry standards and the requirements of the more  frequently referenced standards.

Occupational Health & Safety Management System - An Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management system provides a framework for managing OHS responsibilities, so they become more efficient and more integrated into overall  business operations. OHS management systems are based on standards that specify a process of achieving continuously  improved OHS performance and compliance with legislation.

Risk Management - This skill involves health & safety management principles and system safety engineering techniques. This includes the elements of risk identification and management and an understanding of the function of hazard analysis  in system requirements definition, preliminary and detailed design, test, operations, and maintenance activities. This skill  includes an understanding of the function and application of hazard analysis tools and techniques in the correct system  and engineering environment. This may include the application of hazard analysis tools.

Incident Investigation - The method of reporting the occurrence of an occupational injury/illness, near hit, or property damage. Incident investigations determine how and why these failures occur. Employees should be able to perform a  thorough, effective incident investigation including root cause analysis, 5-why analysis, and development of effective  corrective actions.

System Safety - This skill involves safety management principles and system safety engineering techniques. This includes the elements of risk identification and management, understanding of the function of hazard analysis in system  requirements definition, preliminary and detailed design, test, operations, and maintenance activities. System safety  includes understanding of the function and application of hazard analysis tools and techniques in the correct system and  engineering environment. This may include the application of hazard analysis tools.

Degree Programs Considered: Bachelor’s, Master’s, MBA, PhD

Major Programs Typically Considered: All Engineering Majors (including MET and EET), All Supply Chain and Logistics  Related Majors, Economics, Informatics, and Statistics.

2026 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level (Non-Technical)

Bachelor's  - $3,700 - $4,400

Master's - $5,600

MBA - $7,000 - $9,400

2026 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level (Technical)

Bachelor's  - $3,900 - $4,800

Master's - $6,000

PhD - $7,300

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Co-op program criteria

Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university

Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred

Must be able to complete a minimum of 4-months to 6-months or a maximum of a 12-months commitment

Must be able to complete 40 hours per week

Willingness to learn from others on the job

Must be currently residing within the continental U.S.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary rate commensurate with experience. Additional benefits vary between locations and include options such as our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Cash Balance Pension Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Domestic Partners Coverage and a full complement of personal and professional benefits.

Cummins and E-verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability,  national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates right to work using E-Verify. Cummins will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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