Safety Specialist Internship

Inside the Role
Interns will gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real-life learning opportunities. Interns must work in accordance with DTNA's core values of passion, respect, integrity and discipline. Internship positions can be located at various DTNA locations across the US. We are looking for high performing and motivated individuals in various areas within DTNA organizations. DTNA internships begin each summer in May or June.
Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.
This position is part of the DTNA safety team. The successful intern will assist the DTNA corporate safety team with assignments in our North/South Carolina manufacturing plants. This could include: safety strategy alignment, HV safety compliance for our electric school bus, safety audits, UAW, robot cell risk assessments, occupational health management, injury trend analysis, safety program development, machine guarding safety standardization, ANSI Z10 implementation, etc.
A successful candidate will gain knowledge of safety management in all levels of the organization from the shop floor to the corporate offices. The skillsets we are looking for include: strong communication, time management, agility, and fun are needed to be a safety culture driver at DTNA.
Ability to travel is preferred as manufacturing locations are spread out between High Point, NC to Gaffney, SC. If you want to learn how to put your skillset to use in real life and are willing to make mistakes, then let us show you that safety is our conviction as DTNA.
We Take Care of Our Team
Salary placement is determined by your anticipated graduation year and ranges between $21 - $30 per hour.
Benefits include:

• Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews/mock interviews
• Housing and transportation stipend
• Employee resource groups
• Event ticket offering (based on corporate availability)
• Company social events

What You Drive at DTNA

• Align and standardize safety processes
• Availability to travel within Carolinas and work in manufacturing plants. Low level travel expected, contingent on candidate availability.
• Develop and administer safety and health training (eLearning and ppt.)
• Participate in corporate/UAW safety audits
• Collaborate with DTNA plant level safety teams

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's/PhD Program from an accredited college/university or have graduated within the last 12 months.
• Occupational, Health, Environmental or Health industrial safety majors preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Solid organizational skills
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Deductive Logical thinking
• Strategic Thinking
• Ability to travel

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Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Fort Mill, SC US
How We Collaborate
To continue building a great place to work for all, we are committed to a culture that creates flexibility and encourages a supportive working environment that achieves the needs of our business and employees.
Schedule Type:

• Most DTNA internships function on a hybrid schedule
• Schedule type may vary depending on the role and position location

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.
That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.
Additional Information

• This position is not open to Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.
For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.