Schneider Electric has a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Intern in our Lexington, KY, site for Fall 2026. T his on-site position requires the ideal candidate to be located in the general area.
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Role Job Duties
- Assist with implementation of safety and environmental projects and initiatives
- Perform environmental health and safety new hire orientation training
- Perform digitization of health and safety documentation to encourage a lean process
- Support supervisors with compliance audits to mitigate risks and propose corrective actions
- Attend and participate in ergonomic team meetings and events
- Review contractor safety plans and support during contractors audits to ensure SE procedures are being followed
- Suggest and plan sustainability initiatives such as recycling, hazardous waste reduction, energy savings projects, etc...
- Digitize and update job safety analysis documentation and create signage on PPE needed in all areas.
This position may be a good fit for you if..
- Currently pursuing a 4 year degree or post graduate degree (Occupational Health Degree,or Safety & Environmental Degree)
- Junior or Senior standing or enrolled in a Master's Program
- Have experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- Have experience with data analytics
- Interested in gaining exposure in manufacturing, leadership and safety.
- Willingness to gain experience working with ISO 50001, 14001, and 45001
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written). Must be advanced in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
What's in it for me?
- Valuable hands on knowledge and work experience
- Valuable mentor relationships and the opportunity to grow your connections within a global, inclusive and dynamic organization
- Create a path to your career goals
Who will you report to?
An experienced Safety and Environment Manager
We know skills and competencies show up in many different ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.
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Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: "We see you. We value you". It's more than just pay and benefits- it's a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 0 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation , youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
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When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
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