EHS Leadership Development Program
Program overview
A program to identify, hire, and develop talented, newly graduated Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) educated professionals, providing an opportunity to develop their careers in a diverse, global Fortune 250 company.
- Participants train for future positions in EHS management
- Program rotations focus on main competencies of the EHS function
- Associates are provided experiences that provide insight into EHS management in a large manufacturing corporation
Who should apply?
The Parker EHS team is looking for candidates who meet or exceed the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, environmental management, or industrial/occupational safety. If an engineering or science major, a minor or focus in an environmental, safety, or sustainability discipline is preferred, but not required.
- Superior students with a cumulative grade point of 3.0 or better.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to relocate is required.
How long is the program?
The EHS Leadership Development Program is two years long. Participants are assigned to three US locations during their two years in the program, each providing a different manufacturing experience. The first assignment will typically be one year in duration followed with two assignments that are each six months in duration. The assignments will likely require relocation.
Participants will also be required to travel to Parker’s corporate headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio approximately every six months for program review, personal development and interaction with fellow program participants and mentor/coaches.
What kind of compensation is offered?
East participant is offered:
- A competitive salary
- A broad benefits package, including medical, dental, visions, life and disability insurance
- A 401(k) savings plan
- Company-paid relocation
- Company-paid business travel expenses
What opportunities are available after the development program ends?
Parker recognizes the value of the experience and knowledge gained by the program participants. Prior to the end of the program term, the program participant is usually extended an opportunity to have a permanent position in a role as a site EHS leader responsible for some or all aspects of EHS management at a Parker manufacturing location. The role may require further relocation so a participant’s flexibility to move is an important consideration in the offer.
