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Columbia, SC

2026 Environmental Health & Safety intern

Internship
Real Estate & Built Environment
Operations
Posted:
December 28, 2025

Trane Technologies

Climate solutions HVAC & refrigeration maker
76
Palpable Score
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Job Summary

Trane Technologies’ early career student program internships provide current college students with challenging assignments, leadership experience, and opportunities to network. Our 12-week summer internship opportunity offers candidates working toward their Bachelor's in the field of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) exposure to a variety of assignments and experiences which could include: Safety Management Systems, Standard Work, Policies and Procedures, Lean Principles, Risk Assessment, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomic Assessment, Environmental Compliance, Sustainability, and Training. Interns will also gain exposure to a variety of manufacturing processes and interact with layers of leadership within the organization.

This position has been designated as Onsite. Positions are available within various manufacturing plant locations across the United States.

Examples of Key Responsibilities

· Assist in the development and implementation of programs and initiatives aimed at fostering a positive safety culture within the organization. This includes actively participating in safety meetings, conducting safety audits, and analyzing leading indicators to identify potential risks and areas for improvement. The intern will collaborate with various departments to promote proactive safety measures and ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices.

· Assist in the management and maintenance of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) systems to ensure adherence to corporate policies and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

· Support the implementation of safe, sound, and sustainable work practices across the organization.

· Conduct inspections and audits while providing employee coaching for adherence to company policies and programs and compliance with state local and federal regulations.

· Provide leadership and employees guidance on new or changing compliance requirements.

· The employee will be required to stand and walk through Trane Technologies facilities throughout the day. The employee may also be required to climb to elevated positions or to stoop to low levels to make physical observations.

· Field site visits may include mechanical rooms, rooftops, construction sites and other manufacturing facilities.

· Travel may be required.

Successful Candidate’s Profile

We are looking for performance-driven, innovative leaders who understand the importance of collaboration and customer focus. A successful candidate will exhibit the following:

· Views problems as opportunities and can adapt quickly to new or changing business circumstances.

· Eagerly and proactively seeks the latest information, skills, and experiences, capitalizing on learning opportunities.

· Works effectively with others to coordinate efforts and produce results in a positive work environment.

· Motivated to leverage key learnings and experiences to grow your own career while contributing to the growth of Trane Technologies.

· Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.

· Proficient in critical thinking skills, with the ability to define and identify the underlying causes of complex operational issues.

· Demonstrated ability to strategically evaluate alternative options and make informed decisions to achieve specific objectives or goals.

· Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.

· Willing to travel to various Trane Technologies locations across North America.

· Pursuing a BS/BA in Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Science and Environmental Engineering, Safety Management, Chemical/Mechanical Engineering, or Occupational Risk and Safety Science with a cumulative overall GPA at or above 3.0 and with Junior/Senior status.

· Excellent computer skills in Excel, MS Office, Outlook-Teams, One Note and SharePoint.

· Demonstrated leadership skills such as campus organizations, sports team captain, resident advisor, or exceptional leadership of work projects.

· U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About the company

Trane Technologies

Company overview
Trane Technologies is a climate and sustainability-focused manufacturer and services business, best known for the Trane and Thermo King brands. Trane Technologies designs, manufactures, sells, and services HVAC systems and building controls for commercial and residential customers, plus transport and custom refrigeration solutions. Trane Technologies also emphasises connected, intelligent controls and services to support energy efficiency and lower emissions across buildings and cold-chain transport.

Locations and presence

Trane Technologies is headquartered in Swords (Co. Dublin) with a North America headquarters in Davidson, North Carolina, and the company operates across dozens of countries. Early-career roles span manufacturing sites, field and customer-facing roles, and office-based roles, so the day-to-day setup ranges from on-site to hybrid depending on the job family and location.

Palpable Score

76
/ 100
Trane Technologies gives early-career candidates several real on-ramps, including internships, 6–9 month co-ops, and structured graduate tracks like the Accelerated Development Program and Graduate Training Program. The hiring guidance is clearer than many industrial employers, and pay signals are helped by published ranges on many postings, but early-career outcomes are still hard to judge because conversion and progression metrics are not published consistently.
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