Environmental Health & Safety Intern

At Kerry we’re obsessed with food and with an ambition to provide 2 billion people access to more sustainable nutrition, this isn’t a ‘typical’ program. But then, you’re not a typical student. If you’re looking for responsibility and exposure to meaningful projects around the world and if you have an open and flexible approach, then a career at Kerry could be right for you. The world wants more nutritious, tastier, sustainably produced food. If you want to help solve the food challenges of our time, apply now.

The food industry is ever-growing, and we pride ourselves in helping customers make better food, in a better way for a better future. Kerry is a global company with several manufacturing facilities across North America. Through the 12-week summer internship program, you will have the opportunity to work and learn in real, impactful roles. The program dates are May 24, 2027 to August 12, 2027.

Potential rotation locations include Clark, NJ; Rome, GA; Manitowoc, WI; Jackson, TN; Sturtevant, WI; Rochester, MN; and Rothschild, WI.

HSE Overview This position reports to the HSE Manager and carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. The HSE Specialist is fundamental to our team. You’ll coordinate the implementation of Kerry’s HSE Safety policies and HSE plans and ensure the company is compliant with legislation and requirements.

Key Responsibilities

What you'll do

Monitor and support the HSE Management System and provide advice and assistance to the HSE manager to reduce site HSE risk. Support, implement and/or maintain specific North American HSE programs and projects. Develop and implement safety initiatives to continually improve safety performance and objectives. Support the assigned sites environmental/sustainability efforts including both achieving Zero Waste to Landfill and ISO 14001 certification. Provide assistance to the site with: HSE policy development; HSE inspections & audits; employee en