About the role#
We are looking for an Environmental Health & Safety Intern to join our team for the Summer 2027 program. You will work on-site in Winchester, Virginia, gaining practical experience in safety and environmental program management within a manufacturing environment.
What you'll do#
- Complete projects that improve EHS performance across the organization.
- Participate in incident investigations to identify hazards, verify corrections, and monitor the effectiveness of existing controls.
- Assist with the creation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) documents and conduct annual reviews of completed JHAs.
- Review, create, and update EHS procedures, manuals, and supporting documents.
- Learn about EHS enterprise systems and develop data-driven solutions.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a 4-year accredited degree program in Environmental Engineering, Kinesiology, occupational health and safety, environmental management, industrial hygiene, or a related field.
- Must be a rising Junior or Senior.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines.
Location & details#
- Location: Winchester, Virginia.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time and paid.
- Work Modality: On-site.
About Trex Company
Trex Company manufactures wood-alternative decking products. Founded in 1996, the firm is based in Winchester, Virginia. It operates as a public company with 1,320 employees. The manufacturing process uses over 95 percent recycled materials, including reclaimed wood and plastic film.
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