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Intern - Environmental, Health & Safety Co-Op(Jan - August 2027)

Plexus · Neenah, WI · $20.00–$24.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This co-op runs from January through August. What do you hope to own by the end that a summer intern couldn't?

What they are checking: Whether they see the longer term as a chance to carry a project from start to finish.

Tell me about a time you had to convince someone to change a habit.

What they are checking: Whether they persuade with reasons and respect rather than authority, which is how safety culture actually changes.

Tell me about a time you organized information or training for a group of people.

What they are checking: Whether they can communicate safety content clearly, since much of EHS is training and reminders on the floor.

What would you do

You see an operator skipping a safety step to keep up with production. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they will speak up respectfully in the moment and follow up, even as a student.

An employee reports a minor injury but doesn't want it written up. How do you handle that?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that reporting protects the worker and the company and must happen even when it feels small.

About the work

What do you know about OSHA, and which kinds of hazards would you expect in an electronics manufacturing plant?

What they are checking: Whether they can name real risks like chemicals, soldering fumes, ergonomics, forklifts and electrical work instead of generic hazards.

How would you run a safety walk-through of a production area? What would you look for?

What they are checking: Whether they have a system for spotting hazards like blocked exits, missing PPE, spills and poor posture.

What is a root cause investigation, and why isn't 'the worker wasn't careful' a good answer?

What they are checking: Whether they look for system causes like design, training or pressure instead of blaming the person involved.

How would you handle environmental tasks like tracking chemical inventory or waste records?

What they are checking: Whether they see the environmental side of EHS as careful, accurate record-keeping that regulators can check.

Ergonomics is a big issue in assembly work. How would you assess a workstation where people stand or reach all day?

What they are checking: Whether they know to watch the motions, ask workers about discomfort and consider height, reach and repetition.

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The full job description

As published by Plexus.

About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth. Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com . Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. This is an internship position (Non-Exempt Salary); the hourly range is stated below. The rate offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Hourly Rate: $20 - $24/hr. OVERVIEW The Environmental Health & Safety Intern provides direct support to drive site EH&S issues including regulatory and Environmental, Health and Safety Management System and ISO14001 conformance at multiple Plexus manufacturing locations. This role will be a Co-Op position for a minimum of 7 months spanning from January 2027 to August 2027. RESPONSIBILITIES • Aid in Lockout Tagout training. • Aid in Accident and Incident investigations • Weekly hazardous waste inspection • Monthly spill prevention and control plan inspection • Where assigned, act as the primary first point of EHS contact for internal customers to ensure expectations are met. • Interfaces with and utilizes the Corporate EHS functional management team for resources and expertise, while maintaining local ownership of issues. • Aid in Site is proactive in identifying, maintaining and complying with applicable county, federal, state and local regulatory requirements. • Aid in day-to-day compliance activities and maintain records to demonstrate compliance. • Obtain knowledge and understanding of Plexus' manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for best EHS management practices. • Other duties as assigned by manager. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field for the entire duration of internship. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Junior level status • GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferreds. Physical Requirements: • N/A Travel Requirements: • Less than 40% This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform. We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at GHQ.TA@plexus.com . Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.

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