Mediabistro logo
job logo

Safety & Sustainability Intern (Summer 2026)

United States Cold Storage, Camden, NJ, United States


Safety & Sustainability Intern (Summer 2026)
The Safety & Sustainability Intern will support Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) and Sustainable Development initiatives during Summer 2026. The role provides exposure to operational safety programs, environmental performance tracking, and sustainability initiatives across a national logistics network.

Responsibilities

Support safety data collection, analysis, and documentation

Assist with safety communications, training materials, and program documentation

Utilize the safety culture application to enter various safety audits

Support tracking and analysis of sustainability metrics (energy, emissions, water, waste)

Assist with sustainability reporting, dashboards, and internal summaries

Support waste reduction and food rescue initiatives

Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, HR, and corporate teams

Perform other duties as assigned

Job Specifics

Location: Camden, NJ, Engineering Department

Reports To: Sustainable Development Manager

Travel: Less than 10%

Job Type: Part-Time

EEO: Non-Exempt

Pay: Hourly, biweekly, $19.00/hour

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Safety, Engineering, Public Health, Business, or related field.

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Interest in safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework or experience related to EHS or sustainability.

Familiarity with sustainability metrics or safety management systems.

Other Abilities

Physical effort associated with using a computer to access information, or occasional standing, walking, lifting needed to carry out everyday activities.

Standing and walking for extended periods.

Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.

Effective communication, vision, and hearing are essential for safety and productivity.

Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment as required.

Additional work hours may be requested by management to help manage employee production, projects or special events.

Operate a registered motor vehicle if part of daily tasks.

Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication.

Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills.

Follow verbal and written instructions and company policies.

Be a self-starter, able to work independently and coordinate with others.

Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing stress and meeting productivity guidelines.

Standard Details

Always maintain a professional demeanor in appearance and communications.

Participate in staff and/or customer meetings as required.

Take initiative to prevent non-conformities related to product, process and quality systems.

Identify and report any issues related to product, processes, and/or quality.

Propose and implement solutions through appropriate channels.

Ensure solutions are effectively implemented.

Always follow posted security procedures while in the building.

Participate in safety and educational training programs.

Benefits

401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year.

Blue Cross Blue Shield available after 30 days of service, if elected.

Company Life Insurance.

A variety of additional benefits and perks.

Location
Camden, 2 Aquarium Drive, Suite 400, Camden, NJ 08103, USA

Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

#J-18808-Ljbffr