Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company · 13 hours ago
2026 Summer Intern – EHS
Albertville, AL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$19.53/hr - $32.20/hr
Start in 2026 SummerProgress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. The intern will support the Corporate occupational health, safety, environmental, and loss control team, assisting with the evaluation, development, planning, training, and implementation of environmental, safety, and health initiatives.
Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingRecycling
Responsibilities
Provides support for inspections and tests planned to provide experience and familiarization with company operations, specific EHS issues and regulations, and company practices
Collects and evaluates data
Assists in reviewing various environmental programs
Oversees and evaluates various aspects of EHS programs within facilities
Assists more experienced professionals in developing solutions
Assist with delivery and development of a variety of training programs
Assist in preparing environmental compliance audits and inspections
Provides support in documentation, reporting, and root cause analysis of spills and chemical releases
Assists with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements for assigned programs
Works with Corporate EHS team to help support environmental expectations and improve operating metrics
Assist in the development, review and updating of polices and directives
Assists with maintaining records and data necessary to evaluate compliance with regulatory and company standards
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Working towards a BS Degree in Environmental, Scientific, Chemical, Civil, Safety or Engineering
Good understanding of environmental, health and safety practices and regulatory requirements
Ability to multi-task, follow-through, and work independently
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must have valid driver's license
Must be able to lift 40lbs
Good communication skills
Ability to adapt to frequent changes in tasks and workload
Adherence to all safety practices and use of PPE while in a facility manufacturing facility
Benefits
Competitive Salary
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Plan
Education Assistance Program
Employee Recognition Programs
Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
Company
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
Our team creates lifelong customer relationships, supplying comprehensive rolling stock and infrastructure solutions for the global rail industry and setting the standard for excellence.
Founded in 1983
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-06-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Paul Denton
SVP International Sales
Recent News
2025-08-13
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