Intern: Safety (Fall 2025)

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

About this Role

As a Safety Intern, you will assist in implementing and maintaining a safe work environment by conducting inspections, assisting with training, and contributing to safety initiatives, gaining hands-on experience in safety management. 

What you will do

Key Responsibilities:

·  Safety Inspections: Assist in conducting regular safety inspections of the distribution center to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations. 
·  Training Assistance: Support the development and delivery of safety training materials and sessions for employees. 
·  Incident Reporting and Investigation: Assist in documenting and investigating workplace incidents, gathering information, and preparing reports. 
·  Safety Program Support: Participate in safety meetings, committees, and initiatives to promote a strong safety culture. 
·  Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of safety inspections, training sessions, incident reports, and other safety-related documentation. 
·  Data Analysis: Assist in analyzing safety data to identify trends and areas for improvement. 
·  Other duties as assigned: Support other safety-related projects and tasks as needed. 

Who are you?

Required Skills and Qualifications:
•    Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program, preferably in a safety-related field (e.g., Industrial Hygiene, Safety Management).
•    Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
•    Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
•    Basic knowledge of safety regulations and principles.
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•    Willingness to learn and adapt to a fast-paced environment. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
•    Experience in a distribution center or warehouse environment.
•    Knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations.
•    Experience with safety software or data analysis tools. 

Ready for the next move?

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For all intern and co-op positions, the hourly range is set at $16.00 - $46.00.The hourly rate for these roles is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, academic classification, and degree seeking area of study. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

We also offer the following benefits to interns and co-ops: 
    • Housing assistance
    • Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization
    • Training and personal development

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran

 

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Job Category:  Health, Safety & Environment

Organization:  Group Trucks Operations

Travel Required:  Occasional Travel

Requisition ID:  20947