Safety Intern

Who We Are
At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.
Who We Are
At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.
What To Expect as a Lindtern:
Our twelve-week Lindternship program offers hands-on experience allowing undergraduate and graduate students to gain practical skills and contribute to projects that directly impact our business. During the summer, interns will be paired with a mentor, attend professional career development workshops/sessions and attend networking events to meet additional team members.
Position Purpose:
Gain real Environmental, Health and Safety experience analyzing data to reduce injuries, reduce risk and maintain compliance. Upon completion of this assignment, you will have experience working in a Consumer Goods Manufacturing facility assessing risk and understanding the hazards that are present in our industry. You will gain practical experience leading a safety improvement team, participating in the Safety Committee, and updating safety SOP’s and systems.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
Review and revise written environment/safety programs and procedures
Perform relevant inspections and audits
Respond to EHS related incidents and participate in incident investigation
Identify and correct safety and health deficiencies
Update chemical and hazardous materials inventory
Participate in the Safety Committee/Environment teams and conduct a training for the committee on a special topic
Lead an improvement initiative using the Risk Reduction or Accident Reduction Route
Lead initiatives related to Environment/Sustainability improvements
Qualifications & Requirements:
​​Experience:​
Demonstrated proficiency with a computer and with MS software
Previous experience implementing safety standards preferred
Experience leading lean manufacturing improvement initiatives preferred
​​Skills & Knowledge:​
Functional knowledge of manufacturing operations, and process flow.
Knowledge of basic safety standards and how to determine compliance
Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Must have solid written and verbal communication skills.
​​Education:​
Persing a degree in Environments, Health and Safety Sciences
Total Rewards
Compensation: $20 an hour
Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.
Lindt USA’s salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package.
Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.
If you are looking to join a winning team and fast-track your career, contact us! Join us on our journey of excellence, impact, and growth #LifeAtLindt