AFL · 18 hours ago
EHS- Summer Intern/Co-Op
Duncan, SC
Internship
Onsite
InternAFL is a leading manufacturer of fiber optic cable and connectivity solutions, and they are seeking EHS Interns or Co-Ops for Summer 2026. The role involves supporting EHS activities across multiple manufacturing facilities, assisting with compliance, and contributing to safety and environmental initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Support the Environmental Health and Safety team at multiple facilities
Support defined EHS projects with mentorship from the site EHS team. Projects may include hazard reduction initiatives, safety program improvements, or risk assessment activities
Improve policies, procedures, programs, and tools to maintain a safe and healthy work environment
Conducts investigations into associates’ hazard reporting, suggestions and complaints
Improve procedures and training for compliance with relevant OSHA Standards and company EHS policies
Support AFL safety and environmental initiatives
Works with plant operations teams to evaluate, develop, and update Safe Work Instructions/Job Safety Analyses
Engages site leadership and production associates to ensure effective implementation of key EHS programs and improve organizational culture
Leverages and analyzes EHS data to identify opportunities for improvement and establish sustainable corrective action plans
Monitor compliance with applicable environmental programs and permits (i.e. industrial wastewater, stormwater, air emissions, hazardous waste, etc.)
Assists with the execution of the ergonomic program through proactive identification of high-risk activities, completion of ergonomic assessments, and implementation of corrective action plans
Qualification
Required
Strong preference for candidates with interest or academic emphasis in Occupational Health & Safety
Course work towards a bachelor's degree in an EHS-related field
Applied work experience, project experience or volunteer experience with environmental health and safety programs
Knowledgeable in Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Requires general personal computer skills as well as the ability to use Microsoft Operating System and specialized EHS systems
Strong communication skills (verbal and written), must be an effective listener
Benefits
Corporate Housing- AFL offers corporate housing to all non-local students free of charge!
Gas Stipend- for those students who are driving more than 50 miles, AFL will offer a gas stipend to alleviate some of that financial burden
Great Pay!
Company
AFL
AFL is a telecommunication company that offers fiber optic cable, transmission and substation accessories to its clients.
Founded in 1984
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Grant Burns
Executive Vice President and General Counsel
Marc Bolick
President, Product Solutions
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