STUDENTS TODAY, PROFESSIONALS TOMORROW
Student involvement has been a core value of EH&S for over 35 years.
Hundreds of undergrads and interns have included EH&S in their campus experience. Many moved into health and safety careers after graduation. Some liked it so much they stayed with Iowa State University or EH&S. Presently, 20 EH&S staff members are ISU graduates.
EH&S student employees' work experience complements their education. In addition to acquiring degree related technical skills, they also learn life skills such as time management and professional etiquette. Regardless of the career they decide to pursue, our students will have knowledge of workplace safety regulations and requirements.
While working at EH&S, students receive mentoring toward their career goals which provides them with vital résumé material, recognition of their talents and skills and a foundation for professional growth.
In 2013, 17 students from 10 disciplines worked or interned with EH&S.
Great Career
I started working at EH&S as a fire safety student in September, 1985. I was a sophomore. When help was needed in hazardous waste I started picking up chemicals on campus. At the time I could barely spell Benzene.
In the fall of 1986 a full time position opened and I was offered the job. Throughout the years EH&S staff mentored and supported me in all of my educational and professional goals. I've had a great career; one I never expected. I always think how lucky I was to pull that EH&S student job card off the board in Beardshear Hall while waiting in line for financial aid.
Sean Whalen, then student, now Manager, EH&S Environmental Programs
B.S., M.A., Iowa State University
Certified Safety Professional
Certified Hazardous Materials Manager