{"id":2008,"date":"2026-02-12T09:21:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-12T17:21:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/eoh\/?p=2008"},"modified":"2026-02-12T09:21:14","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T17:21:14","slug":"occupational-safety-and-health-intern-full-time-on-site-saif-corporation-salem-or","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/eoh\/occupational-safety-and-health-intern-full-time-on-site-saif-corporation-salem-or\/","title":{"rendered":"Occupational Safety and Health Intern.  Full-time, on-site.  SAIF Corporation, Salem, OR."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Requisition #: <a href=\"https:\/\/saif.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com\/en-US\/SAIF\/details\/Occupational-Safety-and-Health-Intern_R1166\">R1166<\/a>.  Salary: $25.25\/hour.  Application Closes: February 24, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Job Description<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you a college student passionate about improving safety and health outcomes? Does your degree program require an internship?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SAIF is offering a summer internship program for college students pursuing a degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, nursing, public health, or environmental safety and health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To be eligible, you must continue your degree program following the internship. Students who will graduate before or directly after the internship are not eligible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At SAIF, we\u2019re not your typical insurance company. We\u2019re on a mission to transform workplaces across Oregon into safe havens for employees. As a publicly owned workers\u2019 compensation insurer, we\u2019re committed to creating a healthier, safer workforce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll work with seasoned professionals, including safety management consultants and a team holding certifications in industrial hygiene, ergonomics, safety, and occupational health nursing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll tackle meaningful real-world challenges and projects directly impacting workplace safety\u2014from hazard evaluations to report writing. With a Total Worker Health\u00ae focus, you\u2019ll discover how different disciplines intersect to improve overall well-being at home and work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re self-motivated, organized, and passionate about health and safety, apply to join us in our efforts to make Oregon the safest place to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn and apply consulting strategies on a variety of occupational safety and health issues, focusing on enhancing the health and well-being of Oregon workers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist safety and health staff with onsite consultations and analyses of a variety of policyholders\u2019 work environments. Assess exposure to a variety of physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic hazards, using occupational health regulations, standards, and best practices to reduce and\/or eliminate safety and health risks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Evaluate and document observations, analysis findings, and recommendations. Author technical reports and correspondence for policyholders; submit for internal quality review.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research, analyze, and summarize occupational safety and health issues and trends using a variety of data sources and systems. Develop recommendations to improve outcomes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Work with SAIF staff as needed to review, update, or create safety and health resources, web content, or training for our customers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn about the collaboration between safety and health and workers\u2019 compensation insurance in Oregon. Learn about stakeholders and business partners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore diverse perspectives and consistently behave sensitively toward differences in cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating. Work effectively with others who have different perspectives, backgrounds, and\/or work styles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continually sustain the Inclusive Leadership Competencies (ILC) through the Explorer level on an annual basis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This position requires driving a SAIF vehicle or personal vehicle on behalf of SAIF. The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid driver\u2019s license in their state of residence along with an acceptable driving record according to SAIF\u2019s policy.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Required qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, nursing, public health, or environment safety and health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recommended qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team doing complex, confidential work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Superior problem-solving, research, and writing skills demonstrating an ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and persuasive way.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft products such as MS Office, MS Outlook, and Office 365.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience using industrial hygiene and ergonomic equipment used to assess exposures is preferred.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other combinations of skills and experience may be considered.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Internship details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Timeframe:<\/strong> Approximately 12 weeks during summer break 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Internship will be based out of our corporate office in Salem, Oregon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pay: <\/strong>$25.25 per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Next step<\/strong>: To receive consideration, please submit your resume with a cover letter by the close of this recruitment. We want your submission to count, so be sure it\u2019s complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This recruitment will close on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5pm PST.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received, this recruitment may close early.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SAIF provides a wide range of benefits to employees who work at least 20 hours per week, including health care, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and more. For additional information about SAIF&#8217;s total rewards, visit our website at: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saif.com\/careers\/rewards-and-benefits.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Total rewards (saif.com)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Note that eligibility and cost of benefits can vary depending on the number of regularly scheduled hours, and job status such as regular full-time, regular part-time, seasonal, or temporary employment.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Veterans<\/strong>: We provide preference to qualifying and disabled veterans. For more information please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saif.com\/careers\/veterans.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">saif.com\/veterans<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About us<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 1914, SAIF has been taking care of injured workers, helping people get back to work, and keeping rates low by focusing on workplace safety. Together with our partners, we strive to make Oregon the safest and healthiest place to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For questions related to this job, please reach out to us at <a href=\"mailto:jobs@saif.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">jobs@saif.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SAIF is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in its workplace.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Us<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;re glad you&#8217;re thinking of becoming part of the SAIF team.  You\u2019ll need to <strong>create a profile<\/strong> to apply. If you already have a profile, you can\u00a0<strong>log in<\/strong> to\u00a0check the status of\u00a0a submission, manage your profile and search agents, and more.  To apply for a job or read the description, click on the job title.\u00a0 Need help finding the right job? <strong>Sign up to receive alerts.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SAIF participates in E-Verify and is an&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/employers\/upload\/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EEO employer<\/a>&nbsp;and all applicants have rights under state and federal employment laws. If you have questions or are a person with a disability and need assistance, feel free to contact us at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:jobs@saif.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">jobs@saif.com<\/a>&nbsp;or 503.373.8040.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apply today!<a href=\"https:\/\/saif.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com\/en-US\/SAIF\/job\/Occupational-Safety-and-Health-Intern_R1166\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Requisition #: R1166. Salary: $25.25\/hour. 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