Environmental Health & Safety Co-Op (Spring - January 2027 Start)
Full-time
Sherman, TX, USA
- Review and support the updates to a variety of formal safety programs (i.e., Lockout, Fall Protection, Global Harmonization System)
- Perform safety surveys and engage employees in their work
- Support the development and implementation of continuous improvement of safety processes
- Assist and lead projects under the supervision of the Site ES&H Manager and Safety Specialists
- You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You align words and actions to model reliability. You solicit both input and discussion. You follow through on commitments.
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program
- Ability to work 40 hours a week during the scheduled semester
- Basic understanding of EPA and OSHA regulations, and other regulations that may be applicable to Environmental, Safety and Health, Safety Program Management, Industrial Hygiene, and project management skills.
- Commitment to full-time (40 hour) Summer/Fall Co-op experience in Sherman, TX from January 2027-August 2027.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Software, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role
- Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program in Safety, Occupational Health, or Safety Engineering, preferably with junior or senior class standing
- Completed coursework in construction safety
- Cumulative GPA of 2.75 GPA or higher
- Previous related co-op/intern experience in Safety (corporate or manufacturing environment) or customer service
- At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
- We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
- Nestled in the heart of Sherman, Texas, our facility offers the best of both worlds: a welcoming, family-friendly community with all the advantages of being just an hour north of the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. Sherman continues to experience tremendous growth, bringing new restaurants, shopping, entertainment, healthcare, and housing options while maintaining the affordability, shorter commutes, and strong sense of community that make life here so enjoyable.
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Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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If you are a student interested in Safety and/or Environmental Management, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Sherman, TX location, you will complete activities such as audits, monitoring, Job Safety Analyses, ergonomic assessments, ventilation assessments, chemical assessments, and other related projects.