Intern II, Student Support

Job Purpose

Responsible for supporting the Corporate occupational health, safety, environmental, and loss control team for Progress Rail. Provides support-level assistance with Environmental, Health and Safety Strategies, policies and processes in support of Company’s operations. Responsible for assisting with the evaluation, development, planning, training, and implementation of environmental, safety, and health initiatives that will ensure a safe, healthy and accident-free working environment.

Lagrange, IL;
Ft. Worth, TX;
Albertville, AL

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities.

In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

• Provides support for inspections and tests planned to provide experience and familiarization with company operations, specific EHS issues and regulations, and company practices.
• Collects and evaluates data.
• Assists in reviewing various environmental programs.
• Oversees and evaluates various aspects of EHS programs within facilities.
• Assists more experienced professionals in developing solutions.
• Assist with delivery and development of a variety of training programs.
• Assist in preparing environmental compliance audits and inspections.
• Provides support in documentation, reporting, and root cause analysis of spills and chemical releases.
• Assists with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements for assigned programs.
• Works with Corporate EHS team to help support environmental expectations and improve operating metrics.
• Assist in the development, review and updating of policies and directives.
• Assists with maintaining records and data necessary to evaluate compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Working towards a BS Degree in Environmental, Scientific, Chemical, Civil, Safety or Engineering preferred.
• Good understanding of environmental, health and safety practices and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to multi-task, follow-through, and work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must have valid driver’s license.

• Working towards a BS Degree in Environmental, Scientific, Chemical, Civil, Safety or Engineering preferred.
• Good understanding of environmental, health and safety practices and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to multi-task, follow-through, and work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must have valid driver’s license.

• Strength – Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Motion – The position is primarily in an office setting requiring behind a desk the majority of the day utilizing a variety of office equipment such as computers, scanners, copies, etc.
• Vision/Hearing – May spend long periods of time in front of computer screen. Will need to be able to read detailed billing statements and be detail oriented.
• Work Environment – Will spend the majority of time in office environment, although exposed occasionally to plant exposure to hot and cold environments along with noise exposure.
• Emotional Demands – Must have good communication skills. Be capable to multi-task and work independently. Ability to adapt to frequent changes in tasks and workload.
• Safety – The position will require the adherence to all safety practices and use of PPE while in a facility manufacturing facility to include eye,…