Environmental Health & Safety – Summer Internship 2026

Location:

Michigan City, Indiana, United States

Job ID:

R0120073

Date Posted:

2026-02-10

Company Name:

HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US, LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Legal, Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Company                                             

We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving.

 From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting-edge semiconductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.

 We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 60 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering.

 Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power, you’ll be part of a global network that’s shaping the future of industrial power.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Intern to support critical documentation, compliance, and program activities at our Michigan City B1 facility. This intern will assist with medical records organization, document control, and OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) audit preparation. The role offers hands-on experience in EHS and a unique opportunity to support preparations for an official OSHA VPP audit in August.

Key Responsibilities

Medical Records Project

• Combine medical records including injuries, medical clearances, and hearing tests into one consolidated file for each employee
• Remove and organize files for employees no longer with HGAP
• Prepare and send appropriate records to Iron Mountain for long-term storage

OSHA VPP Audit Preparation

• Assist in organizing program documents and records such as training logs, injury reports, inspection documentation, and program files
• Move and centralize documents into a secure and accessible location for OSHA auditors
• Support general audit readiness tasks leading up to the August VPP audit

General EHS Exposure

• Gain exposure to Chemical Safety, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and Medical Records processes
• Support broader EHS initiatives as assigned

What You Will Learn

Upon completing this internship, the student will gain:

• Practical knowledge of Environmental, Health & Safety programs in an industrial environment
• Hands-on experience with medical records management and compliance documentation
• Understanding of Chemical Safety programs and Job Hazard Analysis processes
• Exposure to regulatory audit preparation and documentation control
• Knowledge of the OSHA Voluntary Protection Program and audit requirements

Career Development Value

This internship will help the student:

• Build foundational EHS and compliance skills
• Gain meaningful hands-on experience in a real manufacturing environment
• Strengthening organizational, analytical, and documentation management abilities
• Explore potential career paths in occupational safety, compliance, environmental programs, and industrial health
• Gain rare early-career exposure to an OSHA VPP audit process

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Interest or experience in Environmental, Health & Safety
• Ability to work with confidential files and maintain accuracy

Soft Skills

• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Clear and professional communication
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Willingness to learn and support multiple aspects of the EHS program

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Progress -Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related discipline

Preferred standing: Undergraduate st