Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) Intern

Chalk Point Generating Station, situated in Aquasco, Maryland, is a key power generation facility with a total capacity of approximately 1,618 MW. The station features a diverse lineup of nine generating units, including seven gas turbines and two steam turbines. This strategic configuration enhances efficiency and reliability, ensuring the station effectively meets regional energy demands.

Opportunity Summary

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) Intern will support the EH&S team at a power generation facility in implementing and maintaining environmental compliance, occupational health, and safety programs.  This internship provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced industrial environment, offering exposure to regulatory compliance, risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety culture initiatives within a power plant setting.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Compliance Support

• Assist with monitoring and documenting air emissions, water discharges, and waste management activities.

• Support compliance efforts with regulatory agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency and applicable state environmental departments.

• Help prepare environmental reports and maintain required permits and compliance records.

• Participate in environmental inspections and audits.

Health & Safety Programs

• Assist in conducting Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and risk assessments.

• Support compliance with regulations from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

• Participate in safety audits, facility walkthroughs, and personal protective equipment (PPE) assessments.

• Help track safety training records and maintain environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) documentation

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Assist in investigating workplace incidents, near-miss events, and unsafe conditions.

• Help collect data, conduct root cause analyses (RCA), and recommend corrective actions.

• Support the documentation and follow-up of corrective and preventive actions.

Training & Safety Culture

• Assist in developing and delivering safety training materials and toolbox talks.

• Support employee engagement initiatives that promote a strong safety culture.

• Participate in emergency preparedness drills and response planning activities.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Compile and analyze environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) performance metrics (e.g., TRIR, near-miss trends, environmental exceedances).

• Support the preparation of monthly and annual EH&S reports.

• Assist with maintaining compliance tracking systems and digital recordkeeping processes.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g. hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves and high voltage protective equipment, etc.). Work with hazardous materials may be required.

Fitness for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Work Schedule 

Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, eight-hour shifts.

Duration

This is a full-time internship position for the duration of the summer, with flexible start and end dates based on the candidate’s availability.

Compensation

The hourly rate of pay will be $25.00 per hour.

Education and Experience

We are accepting applications from students currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field. A strong academic focus in environmental compliance, workplace safety, regulatory standards, and risk management principles is preferred.

• Previous internship experience or relevant coursework related to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing professional certifications such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM).

• Strong interest in industrial safety and environmental compliance.

• Basic knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to work in an industrial environment, including climbing stairs and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Must possess a valid drivers' license and successfully complete a background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen

When applying, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the internship program and relevant qualifications. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged. We look forward to welcoming a talented individual who is passionate about making a positive impact in the energy sector.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.