What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health and Safety Intern (Summer 2026) position at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions?
The Company
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!
If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally.
Job Description
The Environmental Health and Safety Intern will support the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of programs and systems that promote environmental, health, and safety excellence. This role helps ensure the company meets or exceeds all legislative, corporate, and industry requirements, as well as best practice standards. The intern will work closely with the EHS team and site leadership to strengthen compliance, drive engagement, and support a proactive safety culture.
This position is located in Freeport, Illinois. Zurn Elkay can accommodate company‑facilitated relocation and housing assistance for the duration of the internship.
Key Accountabilities
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!
If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally.
Job Description
The Environmental Health and Safety Intern will support the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of programs and systems that promote environmental, health, and safety excellence. This role helps ensure the company meets or exceeds all legislative, corporate, and industry requirements, as well as best practice standards. The intern will work closely with the EHS team and site leadership to strengthen compliance, drive engagement, and support a proactive safety culture.
This position is located in Freeport, Illinois. Zurn Elkay can accommodate company‑facilitated relocation and housing assistance for the duration of the internship.
Key Accountabilities
- Support the development, implementation, and management of safety programs – including LOTO, Hazard Communication, Emergency Response, Fall Protection, etc. to ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable environmental standards.
- Participate in incident investigations by gathering information, preparing documentation, and assisting with corrective actions.
- Assist in creating and delivering safety communications and training materials to reinforce safe work practices across the site.
- Help maintain the Behavioral‑Based Safety program by collecting, organizing, and reporting observation data to ensure corrective actions are identified, resourced, and closed in a timely manner.
- Support compliance activities related to regulatory permits, certificates, and required EHS documentation.
- Assist with internal EHS audits to verify safe work practices, identify improvement opportunities, and support regulatory compliance.
- Contribute to EHS‑related training initiatives, including the development of training tools, presentations, and awareness materials.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in occupational safety, environmental science, or a closely related field.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Attention to detail and capability to analyze data and make sound conclusions.
- Ability to participate in team-oriented projects to support effective corrective actions.
- Willingness to learn and engage in all aspects of our EHS programs.
- Drives Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
- Communicates Effectively – Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Business Insight – Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals.
- Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran