Intern EHS

The EHS Intern will play an integral role in supporting Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives at our Sherman TX facility. This internship provides an opportunity to gain realworld experience in EHS compliance safety programs emergency management and risk assessment in a hightech manufacturing environment.

The intern will assist in ensuring regulatory compliance workplace safety and environmental stewardship helping to drive continuous improvement in our safety culture. If successful this internship may serve as a steppingstone to a fulltime EHS position within the organization.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with the completion and annual verification of Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO) procedures to ensure compliance.
• Support the hazardous waste management program ensuring proper labeling storage and disposal in accordance with EPA and company policies.
• Conduct annual fallprotection inspections and document findings.
• Perform EHS inspections and audits identifying potential hazards and supporting corrective actions.
• Assist in preparing reviewing and maintaining compliance reports safety documentation and training records.
• Support incident investigations and root cause analysis helping to develop corrective actions.
• Assist in training sessions safety awareness programs and toolbox talks for construction and general industry situations.
• Monitor and analyze EHS data to identify trends and develop reports and presentations.
• Participate in new and ongoing EHS initiatives including process improvements and risk assessments.
• Provide general EHS support to employees and departments ensuring adherence to OSHA EPA TCEQ and corporate EHS standards.

Education & Experience

• Currently pursuing/completed a degree in Environmental Science Occupational Safety Industrial Hygiene Engineering Emergency Management or a related field.
• Strong interest in EHS compliance risk management and workplace safety.
• No prior experience required; previous internship or coursework or experience in EHS is a plus.

Skills

• Strong organizational analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with employees at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint) for data tracking reporting and presentations.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fastpaced environment.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Familiarity with OSHA EPA TCEQ and other EHS regulations is a plus.

Working Conditions

• 100 onsite at the Sherman TX facility.
• May require standing walking and working in both office and production environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in warm temperatures for inspections and audits.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Participation in the respirator program may be required.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location this position may be responsible for the and maintenance of the ISOand/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

CultureCommitment

Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.