What are the responsibilities and job description for the SAFETY INTERN - MANUFACTURING position at Dal-Tile and Careers?
Join the largest manufacturer of tile and natural stone in the United States and watch your career stand out with Dal-Tile, a subsidiary of Mohawk Industries.
Our close-knit team of dedicated professionals has made us the success we are today. In exchange for their hard work, we support our people with a family-friendly work environment, a commitment to promoting from within, unique benefits that go beyond just medical and dental, and a belief that every employee deserves a productive life outside of work. If this sounds outstanding to you, take the first step forward and explore a career with Dal-Tile.
The Manufacturing Safety Summer Intern will support the Safety and EHS team at our El Paso manufacturing facility, focusing on proactive injury prevention, regulatory compliance, and data-driven safety initiatives during peak summer operations.This internship provides hands-on exposure to plant safety operations within a high-production manufacturing environment. The intern will work closely with plant leadership and safety professionals to strengthen compliance, improve documentation, and support heat-illness prevention efforts.This position is located in El Paso, Texas and is an onsite internship opportunity. This is not a remote role.
The selected intern will present project outcomes at our annual Intern Expo Day on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
Program Details
- Program Dates: Monday, May 18, 2026 Friday, August 7, 2026
- Length: 12 Weeks
- Schedule: Full-time, hourly
- Required: Must be available for the full program duration and attend/present at Intern Expo Day
Project Scope & Responsibilities
The Manufacturing Safety Intern will support the following initiatives:
Proactive Injury & Heat-Illness Prevention
- Assist with safety observations and facility inspections
- Support heat-stress monitoring during high-temperature months
- Help identify and address potential risks before incidents occur
Compliance & Documentation Support
- Assist with completion and organization of safety audits
- Maintain training records and regulatory documentation
- Support OSHA and corporate compliance tracking
Data-Driven Safety Initiatives
- Collect, organize, and analyze safety and heat-related data
- Identify trends and assist in recommending corrective actions
- Support reporting efforts for plant leadership
Operational Support for Safety Programs
- Provide administrative and coordination support for safety initiatives
- Enable safety staff to focus on training, risk assessments, and continuous improvement efforts
Project Impact
A successful internship will:
- Strengthen injury and heat-illness prevention during peak operations
- Improve audit readiness and compliance documentation
- Enhance data visibility to support proactive safety decisions
- Support continuous improvement within the manufacturing safety program
- Contribute to development of future safety talent within the organization
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
What You Will Gain
- Hands-on experience in plant-level safety operations
- Exposure to OSHA compliance and corporate safety standards
- Experience supporting heat-stress prevention initiatives
- Opportunity to present measurable safety improvements to leadership
We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, career opportunities, and an environment of creativity and growth. Examples include: Company Match on 401k,Employee Purchase Discount, and Tuition Reimbursement.
Dal-Tile is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans and their families - Thank You for Your Service!
Active military, transitioning service members and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Dont Work participant.
Job Type Professional Opportunities
Req ID 90717