USAG-Italy Occupational Health and Safety Intern

Reference Code

USAG-Italy-2024-0002

Description

The U.S. Army Garrison-Italy is offering an undergraduate or graduate student internship at the USAG-Italy facility.

What will I be doing?

As an ORISE participant, you will join a community of scientists and mission support personnel to learn the full OHS surveying process, gaining experience with equipment calibration, field work, analysis requisitions, and report writing. You will participate in working groups and the SOHAC semi-annually to provide updates and visibility to senior leaders.

Why should I apply?

Under the guidance of a mentor, you will engage in a variety of research activities, including:

• Performing a confined space inventory audit
• Developing visual safety aids and training materials
• Developing personnel protective equipment and machine tool guarding guides and standard operating procedures
• Developing analysis, research resources, then develop and ensure implementation of Traffic Safety Program
• Developing Installation level radiation protection program
• Researching and developing courses of action for effective explosive management program

What is the anticipated start date?

Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.

What is the appointment length? 

This appointment is a twelve /month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.

What are the benefits?

• Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE
• Relocation Allowance
• Training and Travel Allowance

About USAG-Italy

The U.S. Army Garrison Italy, Installation Safety Office is responsible for the implementation of the Army Safety Management System for the Installation and the Safety and Occupational Health Program. The mission of the Installation Safety Office is to safeguard and protect service members, their families, civilian employees and Army and Air Force property across United States Army Garrison Italy. The five core functions for the Office are: program management; training and promotion; inspections/assessments; mishap investigation reporting and analysis; and hazard analysis and countermeasures.

About ORISE

This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment.  Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.  For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense

Qualifications

The qualified candidate is currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree.

Highly competitive applicants will have education and/or experience in one or more of the following:

• Experience planning goals and objectives
• Experience with evaluation and research.
• Experience applying a variety of communication methods
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment 
• Knowledge and skills in collecting, compiling, analyzing, and reporting program outcomes
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

Application Requirements

A complete application consists of:

• Zintellect Profile
• Educational and Employment History
• Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
• Resume (PDF)
• Transcripts/Academic Records - Please upload a copy of a transcript for your current or most recent degree program that meets the disciplinary qualifications of the opportunity. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts
• One Recommendation. Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed until one recommendation(s) is submitted. We encourage you to contact your recommender(s) as soon as you start your application to ensure they are able to complete the recommendation form and to let them know to expect a message from Zintellect. Recommenders will be asked to rate your scientific capabilities, personal characteristics, and describe how they know you. You can always log back in to your Zintellect account and check the status of your application.

If you have questions, send an email to ARMY@orise.orau.gov. Please list the reference code of this opportunity [USAG-Italy-2024-0002] in the subject line of the email. Please understand that ORISE does not review applications or select applicants; selections are made by the sponsoring agency identified on this opportunity. All application materials should be submitted via the “Apply” button at the bottom of this opportunity listing.  Please do not send application materials to the email address above.

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Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
• Degree: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree.
• Discipline(s):
  • Chemistry and Materials Sciences (12 )
  • Communications and Graphics Design (2 )
  • Computer, Information, and Data Sciences (16 )
  • Earth and Geosciences (21 )
  • Engineering (27 )
  • Environmental and Marine Sciences (14 )
  • Life Health and Medical Sciences (45 )
  • Mathematics and Statistics (10 )
  • Other Non-Science & Engineering (2 )
  • Physics (16 )
  • Science & Engineering-related (1 )
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences (27 )
• Age: Must be 18 years of age
• Veteran Status: Veterans Preference, degree received within the last 120 month(s).