Kayla Benson
About Kayla Benson
Kayla Benson is an Environmental Engineering graduate from the Colorado School of Mines who has served as a Health, Safety, and Environmental Intern at Kansas City Southern since 2021. She has contributed to various projects, including training materials and best management practices, while also working as a Lead Caller and Peer Educator at the Colorado School of Mines Foundation.
Work at Kansas City Southern
Kayla Benson has been employed at Kansas City Southern since 2021 as a Health, Safety, and Environmental Intern. In this role, she has contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing safety and environmental practices within the organization. Notably, she organized and edited a training video that focuses on the proper transloading of plastic pellets. Additionally, she collaborated with TRC Consulting to develop a Best Management Practice manual for employees, as well as a waste audit specifically for the Shreveport rail yard.
Education and Expertise
Kayla Benson studied Environmental Engineering at the Colorado School of Mines from 2019 to 2023. Her education has equipped her with knowledge and skills relevant to health, safety, and environmental management. Prior to her university studies, she attended Evergreen Park Community High School from 2015 to 2019, where she laid the foundation for her academic pursuits.
Current Roles at Colorado School of Mines
In addition to her internship at Kansas City Southern, Kayla Benson holds multiple positions at the Colorado School of Mines. She has served as a Lead Caller for the Colorado School of Mines Foundation since 2019, where she engages with alumni and supports fundraising efforts. Additionally, she has worked as a Peer Educator since 2020, providing guidance and support to fellow students in various capacities.
Collaborations and Contributions
Kayla Benson has actively collaborated with TRC Consulting on projects that enhance environmental practices at Kansas City Southern. Her contributions include the creation of a waste audit for the Shreveport rail yard and the development of a Best Management Practice manual for employees. These initiatives reflect her commitment to improving operational standards and promoting environmental responsibility within the organization.