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Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE) Intern

Smith Meter Inc
Erie, PA Intern
POSTED ON 10/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/11/2026


Guidant Measurement delivers high-accuracy measurement solutions for the global energy industry. Built on the legacy of trusted brands Smith Meter®, INVALCO®, and Sening®, our technologies support custody transfer, terminal automation, and fluid measurement across production, transportation, and storage operations.  

From flow meters and electronic measurement platforms to integrated terminal systems, Guidant solutions help customers operate safely, efficiently, and with confidence in the accuracy of every transaction.  

With a global network of engineering, manufacturing, and service expertise, Guidant partners with operators around the world to solve complex measurement challenges and support the evolving energy landscape

What You’ll Gain:

 At Guidant, we believe internships should provide meaningful, hands-on experience that helps prepare you for a successful career. As an HSE Intern, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Participate in safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments 
  • Learn how OSHA and workplace safety requirements are applied in industry 
  • Assist with incident investigations and corrective action activities 
  • Develop experience with safety data analysis and reporting 
  • Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, HR, and Manufacturing teams 
  • Support projects that improve workplace safety and operational performance 
  • Build professional skills in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving

This internship offers valuable exposure to health, safety, environmental compliance, and manufacturing operations while providing opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that impact employee safety and business performance.

Key Responsibilities We Will Trust You With:

The HSE Intern will support the Health, Safety & Environmental function by assisting with safety initiatives, regulatory compliance activities, training programs, audits, inspections, and safety performance reporting. This role provides hands-on experience in occupational safety and manufacturing operations while helping promote a culture of safety throughout the Erie facility.

The HSE Intern will work closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Human Resources, Quality, and Engineering teams to support safety programs, risk reduction activities, and continuous improvement efforts.

What You Will Be Doing: 

Safety Program Support

  • Assist with administering facility safety programs and initiatives 
  • Support new employee safety orientations and training activities 
  • Help maintain HSE records, training documentation, and compliance files 
  • Assist with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management and documentation control

Audits, Inspections, & Compliance

  • Assist with incident investigations and root cause analysis activities 
  • Support near-miss reporting and corrective action tracking 
  • Help identify safety improvement opportunities throughout the facility

Product & Process Support

  • Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing processes

Safety Metrics & Reporting

  • Collect and analyze safety performance data 
  • Assist with preparing safety reports, dashboards, and presentations 
  • Support KPI tracking and trending analysis

Employee Engagement & Continuous Improvement

  • Participate in safety committee meetings and initiatives 
  • Assist with safety awareness campaigns, toolbox talks, and communications 
  • Support continuous improvement projects focused on reducing risk and improving workplace safety 
  • Promote employee engagement in safety-related activities

Your Areas of Knowledge and Expertise that matter most for this role:

 Education & Experience

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field 
  • Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing preferred 
  • Prior manufacturing, industrial, or internship experience is a plus

Technical & Functional Skills

  • Basic understanding of safety principles and OSHA regulations 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) 
  • Ability to collect, organize, and analyze data 
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation skills

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills 
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn 
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment 
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills 
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

Key Interactions

 Internally: Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Human Resources, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance teams.

 Externally: Limited interaction with contractors, vendors, regulatory representatives, and training providers as needed.

Work Environment:

A combination of office and manufacturing floor environments. The intern will spend time both supporting administrative functions and participating in shop-floor safety activities.

May be exposed to machinery, noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures within production areas. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when entering designated manufacturing areas.

Physical Demands:

Position requires frequent walking throughout the manufacturing facility, standing during audits and inspections, and routine computer work. Occasional bending, climbing stairs, reaching, and lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.

Being a global leader in the energy industry requires an inclusive and diverse environment. Guidant Measurements promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities to all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender expressions, disabilities, or all other pluralities. We celebrate who you are and what you bring. Every voice matters and we encourage you to add to our culture.

Guidant Measurements respects the rights and dignity of those it works with and promotes adherence to internationally recognized human rights principles for those in its value chain.

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