Description

This is a paid internship, range of $22/hr – $39/hr (depending on role and qualifications) for those currently pursuing undergraduate degrees and higher rates for those currently pursuing graduate level degrees. 

Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including: 

• Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner. 
• Employee Assistance Program. 
• Paid Time Off: An accrual of up to 4 hours per pay period. Up to 2 floating holidays. 
• Full-time interns will receive an ORCA card at no cost. This card can be used on buses, trains, water taxis in the Puget Sound region, along with the Monorail and Seattle Streetcar. 
• In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues. 

Tentative 2025 Internship Dates:

• Semester students: May 19th to July 25th    
• Quarter students:  June 16th to August 22nd

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Sound Transit has an exciting Sound Transit has an exciting Employee Health and Safety internship available for the summer of 2025! This is a great opportunity for currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students who want to observe and participate in real world application of their current field of study. Students from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

JOB DUTIES:

• Organizing and coordinating a variety of projects initiated in Sound Transit’s Employee Health and Safety Department.
• Maintaining records and databases for a variety of projects.
• Attending safety department meetings and workshops for project assignments.
• Preparing materials and attending meetings to support transit initiatives.
• Participates in weekly site safety walks at Sound Transit construction projects.
• Advises on industrial hygiene programs for all Agency employees by anticipating, recognizing, evaluating, and recommending controls for environmental and physical hazards for the health and well-being of our workers and passengers.
• Collaborates with Health and Safety Specialists to ensure that Sound Transit’s health and safety program is effective in practice.

POTENTIAL PROJECTS:

• Policy analysis of Safety plans and programs.
• Test, monitor and provide recommendations for transit employee safety for wildfire smoke.
• Analysis of safety partnership management program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Applicants must be a current college student in good academic standing, enrolled in an accredited associate, bachelor’s or graduate degree program in Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene or other non-technical discipline or relevant two-year certificate.              

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

• Independent self-starter and ability to work well in a team.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work graciously and effectively with the public.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment on a multitude of projects.
• Interest with project planning concepts and transportation policies and practices.
• Proficient use of Microsoft office products – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with SharePoint. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Familiar with Washington State Labor and Industry processes.
• Understanding of Principles of Industrial Hygiene.
• Knowledge of General Construction and Occupational Safety Standards.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT:   

• Work is performed in a standard office environment. 
• The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.  

Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Employee Health and Safety Intern – Summer 2025 | Join Our Team

Location: Mount Vernon, WA, US, 98273-9671

Company: PACCAR

Requisition Summary

PACCAR has an exciting Occupational Health and Safety summer internship opening at our PACCAR Technical Center in Mt. Vernon, WA. The selected candidate will work directly with Safety Professionals, gaining real-life experience in multiple Safety Functions.  As a Safety Intern you will:

• Learn first-hand from top industry professionals
• Work directly with front-line Supervisors and Managers
• Develop mentoring relationships with Safety Leaders
• Gain valuable hands-on experience
• Expand your professional network
• Work with a fun, hard-working team that will prepare you for a great Safety career!

About PACCAR

PACCAR, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under its internationally recognized brands Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Your next career move is waiting at PACCAR whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services. Join the PACCAR team today!

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Conduct Safety Inspections: Regularly inspect the workplace to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Document findings and report any issues to the safety manager.
• Assist in Training Programs: Help develop and deliver safety training sessions for employees. This may include creating training materials, scheduling sessions, and tracking attendance.
• Incident Reporting and Investigation: Assist in the documentation and investigation of workplace incidents. Gather information, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Maintain Safety Records: Keep accurate and up-to-date records of safety inspections, training sessions, incident reports, and other safety-related documentation.
• Promote Safety Awareness: Actively participate in safety meetings and initiatives. Encourage a culture of safety by promoting best practices and raising awareness about safety protocols among employees
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Skills

• Knowledge of Safety Regulations:  Basic understanding of health and safety regulations and principles such as OSHA/WA LNI, EPA, and NFPA standards.
• Familiarity with Safety Management Systems:  Basic understanding of ISO 45001, ANSI Z10, and MIL-STD-882.
• Problem-Solving:  Ability to develop practical solutions to safety issues and implement corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
• Technical Skills:  Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and database applications. Ability to learn other software applications as needed.
• Communication Skills:  Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey safety information and collaborate with team members.
• Analytical Skills:  Ability to conduct risk assessments, analyze safety data, and participate in incident investigations.
• Teamwork and Independence:  Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.

Education

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, pursuing a degree in a degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental, Safety and Health, or a related degree. Preferably entering final year of degree program.

PACCAR Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth, training, and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field

The salaries for intern positions are as follows:

• Undergraduate Enrollment – $25 / hour
• Graduate Enrollment – $30 / hour

Summer Internship 2025: Occupational Health and Safety Intern Job Details | PACCAR

American Seafoods in Seattle is looking for a Maritime Compliance Officer.

Job Category: Executive

Requisition Number: MARIT001533

Posting Details

• Posted: January 29, 2025

• Full-Time
• Locations

Showing 1 location

Washington Location Code
Seattle, WA 98121, USA

Job Details

Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance Management: Ensure the company complies with federal, state, local, and tribal regulations relating to our vessel and fishing operations, including but not limited to fishing licenses, permits, vessel registration, fishing operations, and environmental standards.
• Tracking and Reporting: Continuously assess the company’s operations to ensure compliance with relevant laws and work with company operations to ensure timely, complete, and accurate reporting as required by regulatory bodies and internal controls.
• Keep Current: Stay abreast of current laws, rules, and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.  Modify internal processes and reporting to maintain compliance.
• Training and Awareness: Work closely with HR to ensure vessel crew and other employees receive proper training on relevant compliance areas.  Engage directly with vessel crew and other employees to maintain open communication related to compliance.
• Audit and Risk Management: Lead internal and external audits to assess compliance levels.  Identify potential risks in maritime operations and recommend solutions to mitigate risks.
• Liaise with Regulatory Authorities: Serve as primary point of contact between the company and relevant regulatory bodies.  Work to ensure appropriate lines of communication and rapport with regulatory agents and representatives.
• Documentation: Maintain impeccable written compliance records.  Work closely with legal department to maintain complete, accurate, and timely records.
• Vessel Resource: Serve as a cross-functional resource on company documentation, compliance, process management.  Assist on system implementation as necessary.
• Response: Work closely with legal department to appropriately respond to compliance related enforcement actions.
• Miscellaneous: Assist legal and operations departments on other projects and priorities as necessary.

Competencies/Skills Required

• Impeccable record keeping and detail orientation required.
• Process orientation with experience documenting and rolling out standard operating procedures.
• Experience implementing compliance software solutions valued.

Education/Experience Required

• Minimum 6 years of relevant maritime or fishing related compliance education and/or work experience. Maritime academy and/or relevant military or government agency experience valued.  With this as a minimum, will consider appropriate candidates with significantly more experience.
• Must have record of successful compliance program management and familiarity with relevant regulations;
• Must have experience responding to compliance related enforcement actions.
• Must work well in both corporate and vessel environments and understand the challenges inherent in commercial vessel/fishing operations.

Work Schedule

Anticipated hours are:  Monday – Friday       8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Seattle, WA, based position with occasional travel to Bellingham and/or Alaska to attend to vessels in person.

Overtime and irregular hours are occasionally required depending on vessel operations and schedules.

Position requires in-person attendance.

Work will take place primarily in an office setting and occasionally and as needed at vessel locations.

Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Disability coverage, company paid Family/Medical Leave, Long term Disability, generous commute subsidy, 401K plan with employer match, paid time off, 12 company holidays and annual bonus opportunity

Salary Range: $125,000 – $175,000/annual

To apply – https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/AME1010AMSEA/JobBoard/0295b56c-8470-4f4d-a643-baaaa3bf54c9/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=a2dd74c7-e480-446e-a204-07910950fa17

Req #:240595Department:UW FACILITIES: MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTIONAppointing Department Web Address:https://facilities.uw.edu/Job Location:Remote/Hybrid,  Seattle Campus Job Location Detail:open to hybrid work schedule (combination in-office + remote) Posting Date:10/31/2024 Closing Info:Closes On   11/21/2024Salary:$6642 – $9962 per month Other Compensation: Shift:First Shift Benefits:As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.  UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.  UW Facilities manages the University’s buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management, Real Estate, Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery, Maintenance & Construction, Campus Energy, Utilities & Operations, Building Services, Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups are the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group. Please visit UW Facilities web page for more information: UW Facilities. Maintenance & Construction (M&C) is responsible for general maintenance, repair, and renovations of all University of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors, exteriors, and grounds, as well as logistics, moving, and disposal of surplus equipment and furniture. We have an outstanding opportunity for a Safety Specialist. Under the general direction of the Executive Director, Maintenance & Construction (M&C), this position is responsible for assisting departmental managers, supervisors, and leads to incorporate safety analysis, development of work plans, hazard assessments, and safety training into the daily planning and scheduling of work to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous uninterrupted work. Using knowledge of health and safety regulations, skilled trades work, and departmental work management processes; perform audits with M&C employees to ensure they are following safe work practices that align with University and departmental policies, procedures, and training. This position supports all levels of M&C employees to promote safe work practices and reduce the number of employee injuries, near-misses, and lost and restricted work time. Work with the UW Facilities Employee Safety Director and M&C Supervisors to assure hazard assessments establish accurate safety training requirements for M&C employees. For safety training on subjects only required by M&C employees, work with UWF Safety staff to develop effective safety training courses. Primary Duties and Responsibilities 25% – Regularly meet with shop supervisors and leads to review: Labor and Industries (L&I) regulations, UW Facilities safety practices and policies, and industry best safety practices. Attend monthly shop safety meetings on a regular basis to provide safety updates and information that all employees can benefit from. Review Online Accident Report root cause improvement findings and recommendations, including near misses, with the shops and provide information on how to avoid repeat incidents. Identifies and analyzes accident/injury illness trends and makes recommendations to the M&C leadership on safety improvements. 20% – Complete regular audits/walkthroughs of M&C worksites to ensure supervisors are reinforcing that safety procedures and training are being followed by all M&C employees. Provide positive feedback where employees are following the correct safety procedures and training. Provide real-time coaching and recommendations on improving employee safety if procedures and training are not being followed. 10% – Perform root cause improvement investigations on significant safety incidents as identified by UWF Safety. Work with UW Facilities Employee Safety Director and M&C Leadership to make recommendations to create or update safety practices and/or policies or to provide new or additional safety training. 10% – Collaborate with UW Facilities Employee Safety and EH&S to create presentations and training materials for M&C employee safety training courses. Provide training presentations on course material. 10% Work with supervisors and leads to review, update, and create Hazard Review Checklists (HRC). 10% – Identify applicable health and safety compliance requirements; conduct audits and review compliance activities to evaluate safety program effectiveness; identify areas for improvement and work with the M&C leadership team to implement new or update existing M&C policies and processes. Programs needing such assessment include, Electrical Safety, Hazard Communication (GHS), Refrigerant Compliance, Fall Protection, etc. 10% – Collaborate with UW Facilities Employee Safety Director to revise and improve programs and procedures to assure they align with the organizations safety practices. 5% Includes, but is not limited to the following job duties: Review accident/injury illness trends; work with M&C leadership and UW Facilities Employee Safety Director to identify intervention strategies and necessary policy and program improvements. Communicate health and safety regulatory requirements, University policies, guidelines, industry best practices recommendations and relative risk to all levels of management and employees. Attend professional development courses, conferences, regulatory agency update sessions, and pursue any other informational sessions as necessary to remain current with regulatory and University requirements. Keep informed and up-to-date on all applicable health and safety regulations. Review proposed rulemaking for Labor & Industries, Environmental Protection Agency, and other regulators. Develop and deliver M&C specific training. Perform other duties as assigned. Core Competencies • Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness • Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively • Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems • Be responsible and accountable • Use organizational skills and provide attention to details • Maintain a positive, optimistic and success-oriented attitude • Exercise professional demeanor, which includes being tactful and courteous • Exhibit a professional work ethic • Continuously promote a safe work environment Requirements include: • Bachelors’ degree with major study in Occupational Health & Safety or closely related field and six to eight years of professional experience in the practice, administration and implementation of occupational health & safety programs. • Certification as Certified Industrial Hygienist and/or Certified Safety Professional. • Demonstrated experience applying WISHA/OSHA and/or other occupational and/or construction safety regulations and requirements to the planning and coordination of maintenance, construction and/or facilities operations work. • Possess a thorough understanding and knowledge of occupational health & safety regulations. Have the ability to interpret, apply, and assess compliance for numerous, complex, and technical regulations for a wide variety of work environments including but not limited to research laboratories, animal quarters, health care facilities, and trades work activities.  This requires judgment, innovation, and advanced technical expertise in applying these regulations to a University setting.  • Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance and construction practices and techniques. • Demonstrated effective verbal and written communications skills and use of computer technology to access and manage information. • Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperate with others to resolve issues and problems and to provide excellent customer service. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. Desired: • Experience in reviewing and managing maintenance and construction safety practices. • Experience in developing, implementing and managing a comprehensive safety program in a maintenance and/or construction organization. • Experience in the use of a computerized maintenance management system. AIM is the current CMMS used by Facilities Services. • Hands on experience developing, delivering, and evaluating regulatory required health and safety training. • Work experience as a field safety professional or industrial hygienist in areas such as Fall Protection, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space Entry, Scaffolding, Lead Worker, Asbestos Awareness, Respirators, and Ladder Safety. Conditions of Employment: • Valid driver’s license recognized by the State of Washington. • Must be able to work in a smoke-free environment.  • Regular and predictable attendance. • Must be able to be fitted for and wear a respirator on the job. Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles inoculation) required for work assignments in locations, including but not limited to, non-human primate areas, the Animal Research & Care Facility, and the University of Washington Medical Center. • Approved footwear must be provided at the employee’s expense and worn on the job. • Professional travel may be required. • Ability to travel locally to alternate work sites as needed. • While most work performed by this position is within normal business hours, work may be required after normal business hours including weekends. Position requires flexibility to deal with emergency situations, meetings, or other scheduled work that may fall outside normal work hours. • Must be able to regularly navigate construction sites. Work may require access to confined spaces and heights using approved safety measures. • Ability to lift and move heavy material up to fifty pounds may occasionally be required. Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your “My Jobs” page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. To Apply: https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/eng/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=candidatepaste&szOrderID=240595

Location: Bremerton, WA

SITE SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICER  Looking for qualified candidates with experience as a SSHO on federal projects, especially Naval Facilities. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits/wages and an opportunity to join an outstanding heavy civil federal contractor. The current need is Naval Base Kitsap. Candidates willing to travel may have additional opportunities as Triton has performed and has ongoing projects at various Federal Facilities within the U.S.A. Qualification Requirements: OSHA 30-hour training card Valid driver license Five (5) years of continuous construction industry safety experience in supervising/managing general construction (managing safety programs or processes or conducting hazard analyses and developing controls) 8 hours of documented formal (on-line or self-study) safety and health related coursework every year to maintain competency Be able to develop Activity Hazard Analysis documents and administer accordingly Current First Aid/CPR Card Strong prioritization and organizational skills and be detail-oriented Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Have an excellent work ethic / attitude Have an excellent safety record and current endorsements Be responsible for overall project quality Be able to interact and contribute within a project team Have excellent organizational skills Be a self-starterBe computer literate Ability to pass drug screening (at time of hire and randomly while employed) Ability to gain federal base access Environmental Program training and knowledge is preferred Salary ranges from $88,000.00 to $104,000.00 DOE FILL OUT AN APPLICATION ONLINE & ATTACH A RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION Triton Marine Construction Corp. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. Triton Marine Construction Corp. takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.