Environmental Health & Safety Generalist Co-op 2023 ( Multiple U.S. Locations) Job at Cargill

Cargill Chicago, IL 60617

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 155,000 employees who use new technologies, dynamic insights and over 154 years of experience to connect farmers with markets, customers with ingredients, and people and animals with the food they need to thrive.

Your Co-op:
Gain real experience. Learn from the best. See how your work matters.
Our internships are designed to prepare you for your career journey, not a final destination. When you join our team, you are welcomed into a community committed to providing you with a safe environment to learn, grow and cultivate your skills. With our expansive learning resources, our well-respected leaders, and our carefully curated development courses, you will be equipped to confidently solve tomorrow's global issues. And, truthfully, our future relies on you. Your innovative minds, your intentional collaboration, and your sincere desire to nourish the world. Your work may be local, but at Cargill, your impact will be global. Join our community to cultivate your curiosity, develop meaningful relationships and propel your career. Your Role:

As an EHS co-op, you will gain exposure to the development and implementation elements of our overall safety and/or environmental management systems that satisfy both internal and external requirements. We will expose you to the evaluation of trends, root cause analysis, the development/implementation of basic safety/ergonomics/EHS/environmental programs, departmental safety meetings, compliance activities, and corporate responsibility activities. Interaction with all levels of employees from production workers to top location and business leadership will be a standard part of your experience.

As an EHS co-op, you will gain exposure to the development and implementation elements of our overall safety and/or environmental management systems that satisfy both internal and external requirements. We will expose you to the evaluation of trends, root cause analysis, the development/implementation of basic safety/ergonomics/EHS/environmental programs, departmental safety meetings, compliance activities, and corporate responsibility activities. Interaction with all levels of employees from production workers to top location and business leadership will be a standard part of your experience. Your Work:

The role involves physical activity in agricultural, food, and feed processing environments, which generally requires a moderate amount of exertion on a fairly regular basis—involving bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, and/or occasional lifting of objects weighing 10-50 pounds. The work may also involve other exertions, conditions, or exposures (e.g. heat, cold, dust).
Co-op Program Benefits

Relocation assistance and housing allowance, for those that are eligible

Day-to-day transportation to and from work is the responsibility of the co-op

Co-ops are paid an hourly wage and the position typically spans 7-8 months

Co-ops are provided with extensive programming experiences intended to expose them to the different businesses and facets of the company, as well as to help them grow and develop in their career development

Those who demonstrate outstanding performance and a curiosity to learn more may be offered a full-time position or a returning role as an intern or co-op for the following year Our Programming:

With comprehensive learning resources at your disposal, you can take your learning in any direction.
As employees, interns receive access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities and paid time off for volunteer activities.
Throughout the internship, interns and co-ops are invited to participate in events that will give exposure to leadership, provide development opportunities, and offer the ability to network with cross-functional interns/co-ops across the U.S. Internship details:

Internships are typically 12 weeks in duration.
Interns are paid hourly for time worked.
Interns are responsible for transportation to and from work.
Interns may have the opportunity to travel during their term.
Interns who demonstrate outstanding performance and a curiosity to learn more may be offered an internship, co-op or full-time position to return the following year. Our Benefits:

No matter who you are or where you are, we have resources to meet your needs. As an intern, you’ll have access to a wide variety of programs to support you and help you thrive. Eligible programs and incentives include:
Paid time off
Mental Health and Wellbeing program
Digital Learning Library
Housing and Relocation Assistance for those that qualify Our Network:

Your development is our priority. With our outstanding global network, you will establish relationships, acquire mentors, and build your professional contacts. Our program encourages and orchestrates networking opportunities that will benefit you now and in your future career. During the internship, you will also receive consistent support from university recruiting staff, mentors, colleagues, and your supervisor. Our Vibrant Community:

At Cargill, you will be a part of our vibrant global community with a culture that celebrates diversity. This is a reflection of the clients we serve and generates an intellectually diverse set of employees. Business Resource Groups (BRGs) help us embrace our diversity, make our culture more inclusive and enhance our employees’ outstanding talents and perspectives to benefit our organization and employees.

Our U.S. Business Resource Groups include:
Asian Alliance Network, Cargill Young Professionals Network, Cargill Ability Network (iCAN), Cargill Ebony Council, Group Responsible for Orienting and Welcoming (GROW), Hispanic-Latino Council, Cargill Pride Network, Veterans & Military Support Network, and Cargill Women’s Network. Job Locations:

Job locations: Blair, NE, Eddyville, IA, Wahpeton, ND, and Chicago, IL
Potential business areas: Protein and Salt (CSP) or Starches, Sweeteners, and Texturizers (CSST).
Must be open to working in a plant setting. Required Qualifications:

Pursuing Bachelors or Master's degree from an accredited program in engineering, ergonomics/human factors, occupational safety, environmental sciences, fire safety, safety, or related degree graduating between December 2023 and June 2024

Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer

All candidates must be geographically flexible and willing to relocate for the position

Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts and weekends should the occasional need arise
Proven ability to work optimally with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures

Candidates must be geographically flexible and willing to relocate for an internship
Must possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited guidance Preferred Qualifications:

Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher

Effective written and oral communication skills

Relate technical knowledge to job-related duties

Make decisions and seek solutions to problems independently

Past leadership skills and/or experiences

Interest, or past experience, in collaborating with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures

A high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited mentorship

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Cargill highly encourages vaccinations but does not mandate at this time. Upon hire, you will be asked to provide your vaccination status, and if unvaccinated or if you choose not to disclose, you would be expected to follow Cargill’s safety protocols for unvaccinated employees (i.e., mask mandates, and social distancing).

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.


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