What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Hygiene-Student Summer Associate 2026 position at OSI?
The OSI Group is a premier food processing partner to leading brands across the globe with over 40 operations in 17 countries. Our worldwide operations create and manufacture custom beef, pork poultry, pizza, baked goods, seafood, produce and other products for our customers. Since OSI opened its first family meat market in Chicago in 1909, one thing has remained steadfast: our unwavering dedication to our customers' success. Our customers describe us as a results-oriented global company full of highly talented, motivated, "can-do" people. Partners they trust to deliver what they need on time, every time. If this describes you, OSI may be the place for you to start or build on your career. Collect, document, review, and transfer test results from external sources to internal documentation
•Key Responsibilities
• Hazard Identification
• Conduct walkthrough assessments with EHS/IH staff to identify potential hazards (chemical, physical, biological, ergonomic).
• Review Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and existing exposure monitoring records.
• Data Collection & Analysis
• Assist in the collection of exposure data (air sampling, noise dosimetry, etc.) as available.
• Compile and organize historical monitoring data.
• Compare exposure levels against OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs, and ACGIH TLVs.
• Hazard Mapping
• Develop a facility hazard map using floor plans and GIS/mapping software or other visualization tools.
• Overlay hazard locations with quantifiable exposure data (e.g., ppm, dBA, mg/m³).
• Use color coding to indicate hazard severity and exposure levels relative to standards.
• Reporting & Communication
• Present findings to EHS leadership, highlighting areas of concern and recommending controls.
• Prepare documentation of methodology, assumptions, and data sources used.
• Create a final presentation summarizing the hazard map and analysis.
The Industrial Hygiene Intern will support the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) team by creating a comprehensive hazard map of the facility. This map will visually identify areas of potential exposure to industrial hygiene hazards and integrate quantifiable data (e.g., sampling results, monitoring data, exposure levels) to aid in risk assessment and control strategies.
This project is designed to provide the intern with hands-on experience in occupational exposure assessment, data analysis, and the application of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, ACGIH TLVs®, and NIOSH RELs.
Work is generally performed within a manufacturing environment subjected to temperatures of cold and warm along with wearing the proper PPE, with standard office equipment available along with plant manufacturing environment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, bend, walk, use hands or finger, talk, hear, feel objects, tools, or controls; may be required to lift up to 50 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision to a computer screen.
Key Responsibilities
• Hazard Identification
• Conduct walkthrough assessments with EHS/IH staff to identify potential hazards (chemical, physical, biological, ergonomic).
• Review Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and existing exposure monitoring records.
• Data Collection & Analysis
• Assist in the collection of exposure data (air sampling, noise dosimetry, etc.) as available.
• Compile and organize historical monitoring data.
• Compare exposure levels against OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs, and ACGIH TLVs.
• Hazard Mapping
• Develop a facility hazard map using floor plans and GIS/mapping software or other visualization tools.
• Overlay hazard locations with quantifiable exposure data (e.g., ppm, dBA, mg/m³).
• Use color coding to indicate hazard severity and exposure levels relative to standards.
• Reporting & Communication
• Present findings to EHS leadership, highlighting areas of concern and recommending controls.
• Prepare documentation of methodology, assumptions, and data sources used.
• Create a final presentation summarizing the hazard map and analysis.
OSI Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that believes everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. OSI does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, gender, race, color, religion, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, qualifications and business needs. OSI participates in the E-Verify program.