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Intern - Environmental, Health & Safety (Summer 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

What draws you to environmental, health and safety work in manufacturing?

What they are checking: Whether they have a real reason for the field, which predicts whether they will engage with the floor.

Tell me about a time you noticed a risk others had overlooked.

What they are checking: Whether they pay attention to details and act on what they see rather than assuming someone else will.

Tell me about a project where you collected data and used it to make a recommendation.

What they are checking: Whether they can back safety suggestions with evidence, which is what earns buy-in from operations leaders.

What would you do

You notice a blocked fire exit during a walk-through, and the area supervisor says it's temporary. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they hold firm on serious hazards politely and escalate if needed instead of accepting excuses.

How would you explain to a busy supervisor why a near miss is worth reporting?

What they are checking: Whether they understand near misses reveal problems before someone gets hurt, and can make that case simply.

How would you help make a safety training actually interesting for people who've sat through it many times?

What they are checking: Whether they think creatively about engagement, using real examples from the floor instead of reading rules aloud.

Someone pushes back and says a safety rule slows down production. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they can respect production pressure while explaining that injuries cost far more time than the rule does.

About the work

What hazards would you expect to find in a plant that builds electronic assemblies?

What they are checking: Whether they can name realistic risks like soldering fumes, chemicals, ergonomics and powered equipment rather than generic ones.

What do you know about OSHA recordkeeping or safety data sheets?

What they are checking: Whether they have basic regulatory knowledge or at least understand why accurate safety records matter.

What would you look for when assessing a workstation for ergonomic risk?

What they are checking: Whether they know to check reach, repetition, posture and lifting, the most common injuries in assembly work.

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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. 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 preferred 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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