Health and Safety Intern

Job Description

Health and Safety Intern | Peabody

The Tone:
This is an internship at Peabody, located in St. Louis, MO. Peabody is a global leader in coal production, providing essential products critical for generating affordable energy and producing steel. This role offers a valuable opportunity to support and contribute to a variety of ongoing Health and Safety initiatives, providing a comprehensive learning experience in a vital industry within our corporate headquarters and operational sites.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: St Louis, MO (Hybrid)
• Pay: $21–$28 hourly
• Team: Reports to Health and Safety Director
• Mission: This person supports crucial health and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance and contributing to departmental projects across corporate and operational sites.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Policy Administration: Administer Peabody’s Drug & Alcohol Policy and Program, ensuring strict compliance across corporate offices and operational sites.
• Workers’ Compensation: Facilitate Workers’ Compensation requests by gathering documentation, accurately tracking cases, and communicating effectively with internal and external partners.
• Training & Development: Support various Training and Development initiatives, including scheduling programs, tracking employee participation, and assisting with essential learning program delivery.
• Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to the Health and Safety department, managing documentation, coordinating meetings, and ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Records Compliance: Assist with Records Retention Compliance by maintaining organized files, supporting internal and external audits, and adhering to company policies and legal requirements.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program of study. A major or significant coursework in business or a related area is preferred.
• Experience: No specific years required for this internship role.
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication, including active listening; proven ability to work effectively in a team environment; strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous tasks.
• Bonus: Prior internship experience demonstrating a foundational understanding of professional environments.