Safety, Health & Environmental - Supported Employment Intern

Req ID:  1557
Operating Company:  Altria Client Services
Category:  Occupational Safety/Health
Work Model:  On-Site
Relocation Benefits Eligible:  No
Location: 

Richmond, VA, US, 23219

Market Location (sales positions only): 

Overview: This internship program is designed for participants from The VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center. Altria is excited to offer a hybrid internship program running from September 15th, 2025 to December 6th, 2025, featuring both in-person and virtual training opportunities. The program provides flexibility, with options to work from home for designated tasks. Upon successful completion of the internship, there may be an opportunity for part-time conversion.

 

Job Description:
Altria is currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Safety, Health & Environmental (SH&E) team. In this role, you will support the development, maintenance, and improvement of training programs that ensure compliance and readiness across multiple operational areas. You will receive on-the-job training, access to a diverse group of mentors, and professional development opportunities. The intern will be challenged and empowered to participate in the following activities:

  • Assist in mapping training requirements to Job ID numbers using spreadsheets and internal systems.
  • Track organizational changes and update training assignments accordingly.
  • Support the creation and maintenance of training curricula and assignment profiles in the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Coordinate with SH&E, Security, Cybersecurity, and managers in other departments to identify training needs based on job roles, tasks, and access requirements.
  • Contribute to audits of training data, calibration records, and safety eyewear programs.
  • Support invoice verification processes and data accuracy reviews for regulated programs.

 

Plain Language:
An SH&E Intern will:

  • Help match training to job roles and keep records up to date.
  • Work with Excel spreadsheets and systems to track training needs.
  • Help create and update training plans in the computer system.
  • Work with other teams to figure out who needs what training.
  • Help with paperwork and requests for training changes.
  • Keep track of who has completed training and help fix problems.
  • Help with safety checks and reviews of training and equipment records.

 

This job might be a good fit for someone with these interests and strengths:

  • You are organized and like working with data and spreadsheets.
  • You have experience and are comfortable working in Excel.
  • You enjoy solving problems and improving systems.
  • You are curious and eager to learn about safety and training.
  • You work well with others.
  • You are responsible and follow rules and procedures.
  • You are okay with working in-person and virtually.

 

Rate: $15.45 an hour, 20 hours a week
Schedule: Between 8am–3pm, Monday–Friday. The exact schedule will be confirmed during the interview and will remain consistent each week.

 

Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of tobacco products for U.S. tobacco consumers 21+. Our Vision is to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a smoke-free future. We are Moving Beyond Smoking™, leading the way in moving adult smokers away from cigarettes by taking action to transition millions to potentially less harmful choices.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on LinkedIn.


Nearest Major Market: Richmond