Environmental Health & Safety Co-Op (Spring - January 2027 Start)

JOB DESCRIPTION

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Review and support the updates to a variety of formal safety programs (i.e., Lockout, Fall Protection, Global Harmonization System)
• Perform safety surveys and engage employees in their work
• Support the development and implementation of continuous improvement of safety processes
• Assist and lead projects under the supervision of the Site ES&H Manager and Safety Specialists

Who You Are:

• You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You align words and actions to model reliability. You solicit both input and discussion. You follow through on commitments.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program
• Ability to work 40 hours a week during the scheduled semester
• Basic understanding of EPA and OSHA regulations, and other regulations that may be applicable to Environmental, Safety and Health, Safety Program Management, Industrial Hygiene, and project management skills.
• Commitment to full-time (40 hour) Summer/Fall Co-op experience in Sherman, TX from January 2027-August 2027.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Software, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Safety, Occupational Health, or Safety Engineering, preferably with junior or senior class standing
• Completed coursework in construction safety
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 GPA or higher
• Previous related co-op/intern experience in Safety (corporate or manufacturing environment) or customer service

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
• Nestled in the heart of Sherman, Texas, our facility offers the best of both worlds: a welcoming, family-friendly community with all the advantages of being just an hour north of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Sherman continues to experience tremendous growth, bringing new restaurants, shopping, entertainment, healthcare, and housing options while maintaining the affordability, shorter commutes, and strong sense of community that make life here so enjoyable.

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