HSE/Safety Intern - Summer 2026 at RPS North America

Kankakee, Illinois, United States

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InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

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ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Must be local to Illinois State
Junior or Senior specializing in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health and Sustainability, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
Proficient in MS Excel (advanced functionality), MS Word, MS PowerPoint
Critical thinking skills and high degree of organization
Analytical skills, initiating ideas, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities
Health, safety and/or environmental experience is a plus
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

Work with Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Specialist and plant team leaders (Supervisors, Engineers, Millwrights, etc.) to help drive progress with the Life Critical Program (LCP)
Assist the HSE Specialist with a complete review of all current needs for the LCP and ensure affected departments have the tools they need to be successful
Work with department members to take pictures, write Safety Work Instructions (SWIs), and complete relevant data entry for safety concerns
Collect and analyze data from the floor to be communicated and/or documented
Review, develop, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Assist and lead the cultural transformation regarding Health, Safety, and Environment to help the plant achieve zero accidents and incidents
Provide vision and support for 5S implementation; facilitate improvement efforts

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

MS ExcelMS WordMS PowerPointData AnalysisSafety Work InstructionsStandard Operating Procedures5SHSECritical Thinking

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the HSE/Safety Intern position?

The competitive pay starting rate is $23.00 - $24.00 per hour.

Is this HSE/Safety Intern position remote or onsite?

The position is onsite in Kankakee, IL and candidates must be local to Illinois State.

What skills are required for the HSE/Safety Intern role?

Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced functionality), MS Word, and MS PowerPoint is required, along with critical thinking skills and a high degree of organization.

What is the company culture like at IKO Industries?

IKO values quality, integrity, and trustworthiness, with a commitment to teamwork, employee development, and a progressive workplace.

What makes a strong candidate for this HSE/Safety Intern position?

Ideal candidates are Juniors or Seniors specializing in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health and Sustainability, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, with health, safety, or environmental experience as a plus.

RPS North America

Global consulting firm for diverse sectors

About RPS North America

RPS North America provides consulting and advisory services across various sectors, including property, energy, transport, defense, government services, and water resources. The company helps clients, which range from large corporations to non-profits, navigate complex challenges and achieve regulatory compliance through a wide array of services. These services include management consulting, environmental consulting, project management, and digital solutions, among others. RPS North America stands out from its competitors by leveraging its deep expertise and global presence to deliver tailored solutions that meet specific client needs. The company's goal is to drive sustainable growth and address critical issues such as infrastructure development and risk management, ensuring a consistent demand for its high-value services.

Delft, NetherlandsHeadquarters

1970Year Founded

$31.5KTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consulting, Energy, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees