Job Title: Industrial Hygiene (IH) Specialist (Entry-Level / Internship-to-Full-Time)
Location: State College, PA
Employment Type: Full-Time (Internship-to-Full-Time Opportunity)
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Industrial Hygiene (IH) Specialist to join our health and safety team in State College, PA. This position is designed for recent college graduates or graduating seniors interested in developing a career in occupational health and safety. The role may begin as an internship with a structured pathway to full-time employment, including comprehensive on-the-job training.
The IH Specialist will support workplace exposure assessments, regulatory compliance efforts, and environmental health and safety (EHS) programs, ensuring alignment with OSHA standards and industry best practices.
Responsibilities
- Assist in conducting industrial hygiene assessments, including air sampling, noise monitoring, and exposure evaluations
- Support compliance with OSHA regulations and other applicable health and safety standards
- Participate in workplace inspections and hazard identification activities
- Collect, document, and analyze environmental and occupational exposure data
- Assist with development and implementation of safety programs, policies, and procedures
- Prepare technical reports and maintain accurate IH records
- Support asbestos-related surveys, monitoring, and compliance activities (as applicable)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a strong safety culture
- Participate in incident investigations and recommend corrective actions
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field OR senior student graduating soon in a relevant program
- Strong interest in pursuing a career in Industrial Hygiene or Occupational Safety
- Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations and industrial hygiene principles preferred
- Asbestos knowledge or certification is a plus, but not required
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Ability to learn quickly and apply technical knowledge in field settings
Physical Abilities
- Ability to perform fieldwork in industrial and construction environments
- Capable of standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 30 pounds
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, as required
- Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions (temperature, noise, confined spaces, etc.)
- Ability to travel locally to job sites as needed