Environmental Health & Safety Co-op (Start ASAP)

About Colgate Palmolive

Colgate-Palmolive is a global consumer goods company renowned for its oral care, personal care, and household products. With a history spanning over two centuries, the company has consistently delivered innovative solutions for maintaining hygiene and well-being. Colgate-Palmolive's commitment to sustainability and community engagement underscores its status as a leader in the fast-moving consumer goods industry.

Your role

Job Summary:

This position will work on crucial elements of an effective Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Program, including aspects such as Lockout Tagout SOP Development, Machine Guarding Assessment, Ergonomic Evaluations, Hazard Communication, and Job Safety Analysis. This individual will assist in developing and tracking data required to monitor and drive continuous improvement, and in delivering world-class EHS performance.

Training & development

Interns will gain hands-on experience in key components of an effective Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Program, including SOP development, machine guarding assessment, and hazard communication. You'll assist in data tracking for continuous improvement, contributing to the delivery of world-class EHS performance while developing valuable skills in EHS management and compliance.

Benefits

If you join them full-time, you'll receive the following benefits:

• Insurance: Employees (and their eligible dependents) can participate in Company-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Disability insurance plans.
• Retirement Plans: Employees are eligible to enrol in Colgate's 401(k) plan, which provides for company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements.
• Vacation/PTO: Employees receive a minimum of 15 days of vacation/PTO leave annually.
• Paid Holidays: Employees receive a minimum of 13 paid/floating holidays annually.
• Paid Sick Leave: Based on location and consistent with applicable state and local law, employees receive a minimum of 40 hours of paid sick leave on January 1st of each year.
• Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees may take up to eight weeks of paid parental leave and 12 weeks of unpaid leave (varies for employees with fewer than 12 months of service and is subject to hours worked requirements).

Career progression

Colgate's internship journey fuels personal growth via immersive experiences, dynamic mentorship, and real-world challenges. This holistic approach nurtures skills, drives innovation, and paves pathways to potential full-time roles within the globally acclaimed company, while gained expertise acts as a gateway to diverse future career prospects.

Work-life balance

Colgate-Palmolive prioritizes work-life balance, embedding it in its corporate culture. With flexible schedules and supportive management, they empower their employees to thrive both personally and professionally.

Culture & vibe

Colgate-Palmolive thrives as a dynamic hub where innovation and tradition blend seamlessly. The atmosphere exudes collaborative energy, echoing the company's commitment to teamwork and creativity. From the sleek modern offices to the vibrant interactions, they cultivate a culture where passion for consumer well-being drives every aspect of their global endeavours.

About you

Required Qualifications:

• Current Sophomore or Junior students enrolled in a STEM degree program looking for up to a 2-3 year Internship Co-op opportunity.
• As increased college is completed, responsibilities will also increase.
• Authorization to work in the United States with no need for sponsorship now or in the future.
• 3.0 GPA or higher.

Preferred Qualifications:

A general knowledge and understanding of EHS, OSHA, EPA and or DOT are preferred, but not required.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• jobs.colgate.com/content/Student-Opportunities/
• youtube.com/@colgatepalmolive