EMERGENCY RESPONSE CO-OP

About the Role

Flint Hills Resources (FHR), a Koch company, is hiring for an Emergency Response Co-op based in Wichita, KS. FHR co-ops collaborate within teams on real-life projects and challenges. As a Corporate Emergency Response Co-op, you will invest in your future while learning about emergency preparedness, response planning, regulatory compliance, training programs, and incident response support for pipeline and terminal operations. This extended co-op opportunity offers a first-hand look at opportunities within the energy industry while developing practical experience supporting a critical business function.

Key Responsibilities

As an Emergency Response Co-op, you will support Flint Hills Resources' emergency preparedness and response efforts across approximately 4,000 miles of pipeline and more than 30 terminal locations. Working alongside emergency response and compliance professionals, you will gain exposure to planning, training, regulatory, and compliance activities that help ensure facilities are prepared to effectively respond to incidents while meeting applicable regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities may include:

• Support emergency response program activities while building knowledge of emergency response regulatory requirements established by DOT PHMSA, EPA, USCG, and applicable state agencies.
• Assist with the planning and preparation of compliance-related activities, assessments, and readiness evaluations of emergency response capabilities.
• Assist with the maintenance, periodic updates, and continuous improvement efforts of pipeline and terminal operations emergency response plans, pre-plans, and tactical plans.
• Assist with the preparation and coordination of external correspondence for emergency official notifications and routine response plan submittals to applicable agencies.
• Work with key stakeholders to support various projects and initiatives.
• Create, update, and maintain program documentation, resource guides, reports, and other materials that enhance emergency response and preparedness capability.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Eligibility to work in a part-time or co-op assignment during the program duration with an anticipated graduation date of during or before Summer 2028.

Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a 4-year degree program majoring in Emergency Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Safety, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.