Safety - Environmental Health Co-Op / Internship in Clinton, Wisconsin at Scot Forge Company

Launch Your Career in Environmental Health & Safety

Scot Forge is a 100% employee-owned company and a recognized leader in the metal forging industry. We are seeking Safety Co-Op and Internship students to support our Environmental Health & Safety team at our Spring Grove, Illinois and Clinton, Wisconsin facilities.

This hands-on opportunity allows students to apply occupational safety and environmental health principles in a real-world manufacturing environment while working alongside experienced safety professionals. Co-Op opportunities are available from June 2027 through December 2027, with internship opportunities available during Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters.

What You'll Do

As a Safety Co-Op or Intern, you will:

• Support the administration and continuous improvement of Scot Forge's safety management systems.
• Assist with safety initiatives, incident prevention programs, and safety performance metrics.
• Learn and apply occupational safety and environmental compliance practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Participate in safety inspections, hazard identification, investigations, and corrective action activities.
• Help maintain and update safety policies, procedures, training materials, and records.
• Complete a meaningful project and deliver a formal presentation to leadership on key accomplishments and recommendations.

What You’ll Do

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field.
• Junior standing or above.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of safety regulations, environmental regulations, and safety management principles.
• Ability to identify hazards, analyze risks, and apply problem-solving techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience through coursework, projects, internships, or campus organizations related to workplace safety or environmental compliance.
• Familiarity with incident investigation methodologies and root cause analysis techniques.
• Experience presenting information to groups or leadership audiences.
• Interest in pursuing a career in manufacturing, environmental health, or occupational safety.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to work in an active manufacturing environment and spend time on the production floor.
• Ability to observe operations and conduct safety-related activities in industrial settings.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must successfully pass a 90-day head hair drug screen and all applicable pre-employment requirements.
• Must follow all facility safety policies and procedures.

Why Join Scot Forge?

This program is designed to provide meaningful professional experience while helping students prepare for a career in Environmental Health & Safety.

• Paid internship and co-op opportunities.
• Professional development, mentoring, and career guidance.
• Real-world problem solving and project ownership.
• Exposure to complex manufacturing operations and safety systems.
• Opportunity to present findings and recommendations to company leadership.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture within a 100% employee-owned company.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is paid and based on factors including education, experience, qualifications, and program requirements.

Eligible employees may participate in Scot Forge's comprehensive benefits offerings, which may include Medical, Vision, Dental, Hearing, Life Insurance, Disability coverage, 401(k) with company match, Profit Sharing, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Tax Savings Accounts, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays, subject to plan eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.