Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Intern

Why Work at Banner? 

For over 50 years, Banner Engineering has been at the forefront of some of the biggest industry trends, such as the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and our photoelectric, ultrasonic, and vision sensors, LED lights and indicators, monitoring solutions, and other safety products are used by Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders worldwide. Banner is a rapidly growing company that offers many personal development opportunities, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative team of employees who are passionate about what they do. 

Internship Program Perks 

Join our comprehensive 11–12-week summer internship program, designed to provide you with meaningful hands-on experience while working on real-world projects. Throughout the program, you will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders, gaining valuable insights that will contribute to your professional growth. The internship includes exclusive events for interns, fostering networking opportunities with fellow participants and key professionals, helping you build a strong network within the industry. At the conclusion of the program, you will have the chance to present the projects you have worked on, demonstrating the skills and knowledge you have acquired. This program offers an exceptional foundation for launching your career. 

Position Summary 

Insert summary here: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Intern to support our EHS manager in maintaining compliance, promoting a culture of safety, and improving sustainability initiatives across our operations. This internship provides hands-on experience in implementing and improving EHS programs, conducting audits, and supporting training and reporting efforts. 

This position reports to the EHS Manager. 

According to the FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act), this position is classified as:  

• Non-Exempt/Exempt, based on the Executive/Administrative/Professional/Computer Employee/Outside Sales Exemption  

What You’ll Be Doing  

• Assist in the implementation and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs. 

• Assist in the development of an EHS auditing system under the guidance of the EHS Manager. 

• Support incident investigations and help identify root causes and corrective actions. 

• Participate in the development and delivery of EHS training materials. 

• Assist in waste management, chemical inventory tracking, and environmental reporting. 

• Research EHS regulations, best practices, and sustainability initiatives to support compliance and innovation. 

• Support team projects related to ergonomics, air quality, energy usage, and other sustainability efforts. 

• Attend and participate in EHS meetings, stand-ups, and safety committee activities. 

What You Bring to the Table  

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance is required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities. 

Required 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field. 

• Strong interest in EHS compliance, sustainability, and workplace safety. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Preferred 

• Interest in electronics manufacturing and EHS compliance. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Basic knowledge of OSHA and MPCA regulations is a plus. 

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office; experience with EHS software or systems is a plus. 

• Prior coursework or lab experience in chemistry, toxicology, industrial hygiene, or safety engineering is a bonus. 

What to Expect at Work 

• Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities. 

• Sit for up to 8 hours per day 

• Exposed to a computer screen for up to 8 hours per day 

• Utilize a computer mouse, keyboard, computer, and other standard office equipment  

• Required to talk or hear frequently 

• Working Environment  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those you may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  

• Corporate office environment – indoor and climate-controlled 

• BP - Manufacturing or warehouse environment - indoor and climate-controlled. Moderate noise level in the work environment. 

Pay Range:  $21-25

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. 

This job description reflects management’s assignment of key responsibilities; 

it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. 

Salary : $21 - $25