Safety and Regulatory Compliance Intern
Holland Board of Public Works
Compliance / Regulatory
Holland, MI, USA
Posted on Mar 23, 2026
Reports to: Safety & Regulatory Compliance Manager
Job Summary: This position will support the Holland Board of Public Works (HBPW) Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Programs.
Essential Duties/ Projects
- Review and update chemical inventories through collaboration with department management.
- Review and update the online SDS system to reflect the current departmental chemical inventories.
- Encourage participation in national safety awareness programs.
- Assist with the planning and implementation of the Safety Fair.
- Review and update Personal Protective Equipment assessments.
- Assist with the creation of safety publications.
- Participate in walkthroughs and audits at various worksite locations.
- Participate in Central Safety Team meetings and incident investigations.
- Compile WASOP data to identify trends to address.
- Perform all other tasks as assigned.
Essential Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management, Industrial Hygiene, or a closely related field.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent computer and Microsoft Office skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant internship/work/research experience a plus
- Junior or Senior status preferred
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders for safety walk downs and investigations.
- Normal office environment with minimum discomfort due to noise, dirt and dust.
- Work includes occasional exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes, odors, noise, dust, dirt etc.
Employment will be contingent upon favorable results of a background check, pre-employment physical and drug screening. Given our safety-sensitive industry, our workplace is alcohol and drug free (including marijuana and THC items).
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties assigned to or required of this position.
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