Environment, Health & Safety Intern - Winter 2027
- Quebec, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner - and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
The holder of this position is interested in developing their knowledge and skills in Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS), has strong collaboration abilities, and enjoys keeping things organized. They are motivated to work with others and to make the work environment safer for everyone through their problem‑solving abilities and creativity.
The successful candidate will spend a significant portion of their time in various production areas and administrative zones to ensure internal clients are supported in developing best safety practices. As a result, the incumbent must be motivated, independent, organized, and structured.
Working within the Environment, Health, and Safety department, they will collaborate closely with the Infrastructure department. They will receive appropriate guidance and coaching based on their level of expertise.
This role reports directly to the EHS Manager for the Québec site.
Your Responsibilities
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)
ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:
The holder of this position is interested in developing their knowledge and skills in Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS), has strong collaboration abilities, and enjoys keeping things organized. They are motivated to work with others and to make the work environment safer for everyone through their problem‑solving abilities and creativity.
The successful candidate will spend a significant portion of their time in various production areas and administrative zones to ensure internal clients are supported in developing best safety practices. As a result, the incumbent must be motivated, independent, organized, and structured.
Working within the Environment, Health, and Safety department, they will collaborate closely with the Infrastructure department. They will receive appropriate guidance and coaching based on their level of expertise.
This role reports directly to the EHS Manager for the Québec site.
Your Responsibilities
- Acts as support in EHS matters EHS support activities
- Supports departments in implementing the EHS program and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement continuous improvement opportunities
- Conducts regular facility inspections to identify hazards and risks in order to prevent injuries, spills, or other EHS impacts facility hazard inspections
- Participates in the task safety analysis process task safety analysis
- Compiles and reports health and safety data for corporate reporting health and safety data reporting
- Assists the organization in managing chemical products chemical management support
- Supports employees with ergonomic‑related issues ergonomic problem support
- Collaborates with managers, supervisors, and staff to identify and implement corrective measures following the identification of unsafe behaviors corrective action implementation
- Develops and distributes communications on EHS‑related topics EHS communications
- And many other interesting tasks additional responsibilities
- Completion of 2 years in a university program in one of the following fields: health and safety, industrial relations, chemical engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, or completion of 2 years in a technical program related to the field educational background requirements
- Excellent command of French and English language proficiency
- Asset: skills in industrial hygiene and/or ergonomics industrial hygiene or ergonomics skills
- Full‑time on‑site work with occasional authorized work‑from‑home days on‑site work expectations
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint software proficiency
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to follow an action plan and meet deadlines organizational abilities
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills communication skills
- Client‑focused work approach client‑centered approach
- Flexible attitude regarding work assignments and new learning flexible work attitude
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)
ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:
- Women
- Indigenous Peoples
- Members of visible minorities
- Persons with disabilities
More about this job
Responsibilities
Support departments in implementing EHS programs, conduct facility inspections and task safety analyses, and identify hazards and opportunities for continuous improvement. Help manage chemicals and ergonomic concerns, report health and safety data, implement corrective measures, and communicate EHS topics to employees.
Requirements
Applicants must have completed two years of a university program in a relevant field, such as health and safety, engineering, or industrial relations, or two years of a related technical program. They need strong French and English proficiency, organizational and communication skills, Microsoft Office proficiency, and a flexible, client-focused approach; industrial hygiene or ergonomics skills are an asset.
Skills
- Environment, Health, And Safety
- Facility Inspections
- Hazard Identification
- Risk Assessment
- Task Safety Analysis
- Health And Safety Data Reporting
- Chemical Management
- Ergonomics
- Corrective Action Implementation
- EHS Communications
- Continuous Improvement
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Organization
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Categories
- Security & Safety
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
Keywords
- Environment, Health, And Safety
- EHS Program
- Facility Inspections
- Hazard Identification
- Risk Assessment
- Injury Prevention
- Spill Prevention
- Task Safety Analysis
- Health And Safety Data
- Corporate Reporting
- Chemical Management
- Ergonomics
- Corrective Measures
- Unsafe Behaviors
- EHS Communications
- Continuous Improvement
- Industrial Hygiene
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- French
- English
- Manufacturing
- On-Site Work