At careerzynith, we're committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment for every team member. As a Workplace Health and Safety Specialist Intern, you'll have the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of careerzynith's Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) practices and contribute to creating and maintaining a safe workplace within our Network Distribution Centers. This is a unique chance to develop your skills and knowledge in a dynamic and rapidly evolving work environment, working alongside various safety leaders and stakeholders.
**Job Summary:**
As a Workplace Health and Safety Specialist Intern, you'll be part of a team that's dedicated to promoting a culture of safety within careerzynith. You'll work on safety-related projects, learn about WHS organizational learning initiatives, and develop your skills in implementing safety improvements, identifying compliance issues, and recognizing opportunities for safety enhancements. You'll also have the opportunity to present a safety research paper and share your findings with the leadership team, demonstrating your understanding of safety principles and showcasing your valuable contributions to promoting a culture of safety within careerzynith.
**Responsibilities:**
* Work with various Workplace Health and Safety Teams and other WHS interns on a safety-related project
* Research, interpret, and share data to support a safety-related recommendation as part of your final project that will be presented to senior leadership
* Assist in designing, building, improving, and innovating order fulfillment safety programs, projects, initiatives, and other elements of the Workplaces Health & Safety organization across the three lanes (first mile, middle mile, and last mile) of careerzynith's fulfillment infrastructure
* Learn about and work with other functional teams (Operations, RME (Reliability Maintenance & Engineering), Central Teams, Human Resources, Transportation Operations, and others) in the planning and execution of your assigned project
* Develop and expand your professional network by participating in WHS Intern activities and events
**A Day in the Life:**
* The summer term is full-time (40 hours a week) and lasts 10 weeks during the summer of 2025 (Colleges and Universities where 12 weeks are required for graduation will work directly with a recruiter if extended an offer)
* Start dates are offered in May and June
* As a part of the Workplace Health and Safety Specialist (WHS) internship program, you will learn how to improve the safety and efficiency of our work style processes
* Onboarding will include OSHA10, First Aid/CPR/AED certification, technical writing, and intro to project management training
**Requirements:**
* Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree with an expected completion date between December 2025 and August 2026
* Working towards a degree in Health Science, Safety Engineering, Health & Safety, Safety Management, or related field
* Interest in or previous experience in safety-related employment
* Strong communication skills; ability to comfortably interact with and influence stakeholders
* Proficient in Microsoft Office products: Excel, Project, Vizio, and Outlook
* Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem-solving ability
* Proven technical guidance for large-scale safety projects
* Ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy
* Exposure to Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing efforts, transportation/logistics, and/or fulfillment/distribution centers
**Work Environment and Company Culture:**
* careerzynith is a dynamic and rapidly evolving work environment that thrives on innovation and adaptability
* Our Safety department operates with agility and adaptability, and we're committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment for every team member
* We prioritize customer satisfaction, foster innovation, promote empowerment, leverage advanced technologies, and foster a strong sense of camaraderie within our team
* Our guiding principles include embracing open-mindedness, prioritizing customer satisfaction, fostering innovation, promoting empowerment, leveraging advanced technologies, and fostering a strong sense of camaraderie within our team
**Compensation and Benefits:**
* Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets
* The base pay for this position ranges from $20.39/hr in our lowest geographic market up to $24.93/hr in our highest geographic market
* Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
* Amazon is a total compensation company, and dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
**Eligibility:**
* Eligible candidates must have work authorization without employer intervention to be considered
* Applicants who apply for this job will allow careerzynith to process your application in a centralized hiring system that considers you for other similar openings as well
**Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:**
* careerzynith is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace
* careerzynith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status
**Los Angeles County Applicants:**
* Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies
* Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position
* Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records
**Accommodations:**
* If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information
**How to Apply:**
* Apply via our internal or external career site
* This position will remain posted until filled
**Note:**
* While the pay range of the role is listed below, this position's salary is non-negotiable based on geographical market
* careerzynith is a total compensation company, and dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.