Safety Intern
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Before you apply
LocationMillsboro, DE, United States
Work modeon-site
Typeinternship
SeniorityEntry
Company size5,001–10,000 people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must be currently enrolled and pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university
Valid Driver's license
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate safety data, identify trends, and support continuous improvement initiatives
Ability and willingness to learn and utilize Industrial Hygiene monitoring equipment, including sound dosimeters and other exposure monitoring instruments
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments
Detail-oriented, self-motivated team player committed to workplace safety, compliance, and operational excellence
Pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety or related fields is preferred
Must pass the Mountaire Motor Vehicle Record check
Skills
Microsoft Office
Word
Excel
sound dosimeters
Industrial Hygiene monitoring equipment
Primary Purpose
To experience Mountaire’s culture first-hand and provide additional exposure of Mountaire’s family-oriented work environment. The intern will support the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team by analyzing workplace injury data and evaluating key safety programs across manufacturing operations. The project will focus on identifying trends related to the top causes of injuries and assessing the effectiveness of Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, and Industrial Hygiene programs. Working alongside Safety, Operations, and Production teams, the intern will develop recommendations that support continuous improvement and help strengthen workplace safety performance.
Project Highlights
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Analyze injury trends to identify the top causes of workplace injuries and support data-driven safety initiatives.
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Use trend analysis to help determine root causes and develop effective corrective and preventive actions.
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Evaluate Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, and Industrial Hygiene programs to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
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Gain hands-on experience with occupational safety programs, exposure monitoring equipment, and regulatory compliance practices.
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Collaborate with Safety, Operations, and Production teams to strengthen workplace safety performance and employee well-being.
Qualifications
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Must be currently enrolled and pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university (Pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety or related fields is preferred).
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Valid Driver’s license.
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Must pass the Mountaire Motor Vehicle Record check.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate safety data, identify trends, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
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Ability and willingness to learn and utilize Industrial Hygiene monitoring equipment, including sound dosimeters and other exposure monitoring instruments.
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
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Detail-oriented, self-motivated team player committed to workplace safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
Internship Program Requirements
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Complete assigned project identified by department mentor
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Attend weekly seminar series across different Mountaire facilities
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All interns must be available to travel to Delaware during the last week of the program for final presentations (August 2 - 6, 2027)
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All interns are required to complete a 10 minute presentation on their project at the conclusion of summer. Presentations will take place in Millsboro, DE at the Administrative Building during the week of August 2-6.
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All interns must complete a mid-way evaluation (week 5) along with a final evaluation (week 10)
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Anticipated weekly schedule for this internship is M-F, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
About the company
Are you looking for more than just a job? The culture at Mountaire is one of our greatest strengths and most valued assets. We maintain the same core values and family-focused work environment that we’ve operated with since day one. You will find that your peers, supervisor and team members are genuinely committed to, not only your success, but also working together to provide high-quality products to our customers. We are a service to one another and to our customers, demonstrating operational excellence and outstanding performance.