The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) is seeking a versatile and adaptable Environmental Health and Safety Intern to join our Risk Management team.
The intern will play a key role in supporting various initiatives related to safety and compliance, involving collaboration with internal stakeholders to assist with hazard assessments in various MAC departments.
Internship duration: May 1, 2024 – August 30, 2024.
Flexible schedule: Monday – Friday, 30-40 hours per week.
To apply: click the "Apply" link located just above the position description, log-in and follow the instructions provided.
Questions regarding this position can be directed to Randa Hamid at Randa.Hamid@mspmac.org or 612.713.8726.  Applications will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 29, 2024.
MAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, nationality, or disability.
JOB DUTIES
 
With guidance from Risk Management staff, the intern’s primary duty will be to:

• Update existing chemical inventories across the organization:
  • locating and documenting chemicals in the workplace
  • Verifying and updating existing chemical lists
  • Locating applicable safety datasheets and uploading into an online library

The intern will also assist with:

• exposure assessments for dusts, gases, noise and heat;
• workplace inspections and evaluations; and
• safety training, testing and record keeping. 

 What's in it for you:

• The opportunity to gain comprehensive understanding of airport operations and associated hazards.
• The opportunity to gain real world experience and working with different department to learn about environmental hazards, safety, workplace inspections, and other related programs. 
• Supporting hazard assessments, safety training and ensure compliance with established processes.
• Facilitating collaborative efforts related to hazard assessments with internal stakeholders. 

 COMPETENCIES
Individual Contributor (IC) Competencies

• Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
• Decision Quality -Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Action Oriented -Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Values Differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
• Communicates Effectively -Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of unique needs of different audiences
• Courage -Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said
• Instills Trust -Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity
• Self-Development -Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
• Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of at least one or more high-school or higher chemistry courses
• Basic proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Ability to work 30-40 hours per week for the duration of the summer.
• Ability to lift, position, and carry 25 lbs.
• Valid state-issued driver's license and a reliable vehicle to commute between work sites.
• Ability to work outdoors under varying weather conditions.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

• Currently enrolled in bachelor’s degree in environmental health, safety, industrial hygiene, engineering, or a related degree program or recently graduated from one of these related fields.