Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Internship – Summer 2027
Join Varda as an EHS intern to work on safety and environmental compliance in a cutting-edge aerospace startup.
Posted by employer 11 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 23 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 23 hours ago
What you'll build
- Lead Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs)
- Drive safe handling of hazardous chemicals
- Maintain environmental compliance
- Conduct regular maintenance and inspection of safety systems
- Assist with emergency preparedness and response procedures
Must have
- Currently pursuing a degree in occupational safety & health, environmental engineering/safety, or related field
- Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Nice to have
- Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulatory EHS standards
- Hands-on experience with conducting risk assessments
- Prior EHS-related internship or project experience
Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience.
Joblaze summary
The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) intern at Varda Space will focus on identifying and mitigating hazards in engineering, manufacturing, and pharmaceutical operations to ensure safety and environmental compliance. Key skills include knowledge of EHS regulations and the ability to conduct risk assessments, with a preference for candidates who have prior experience in similar settings. This role is ideal for students pursuing degrees in occupational safety or environmental engineering, particularly those looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced startup environment.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 17, 2026. Last confirmed on Varda Space's careers page October 17, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Internship – Summer 2027 role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in El Segundo, California, United States.
- Where is the role based?
- Varda Space is hiring for this position in El Segundo, California, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Varda Space targets intern candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Internship for this Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Internship – Summer 2027 role at Varda Space.
From the original posting
About Varda
About This Role
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) ensures all operations at Varda are performed safely and effectively, without harming the environment. The EHS team is responsible for proactively identifying and mitigating physical, chemical, operational, and other hazards across Varda’s spacecraft and pharmaceutical development and production processes.
Internships at Varda are optimal for students looking to grow technically and professionally while working on impactful projects critical to the company’s success. You will be working on a collaborative team in a startup environment while being able to learn from some of most accomplished and experienced aerospace professionals in the world. We’re dedicated to providing an experience that will let your decisions and contributions help drive Varda’s success.
Responsibilities
- Lead Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) across engineering, manufacturing, and pharmaceutical operations to identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and collaborate with teams to implement effective controls.
- Drive safe handling of hazardous chemicals through the Hazard Communication (HazCom) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) programs
- Maintain environmental compliance by guiding departments in the proper accumulation and disposal of hazardous waste
- Conduct regular maintenance and inspection of safety systems and equipment (e.g., emergency eyewashes and showers, fire extinguishers, fire alarm and suppression systems)
- Assist with emergency preparedness and response procedures (e.g., site emergency action plan, emergency drills, first aid/CPR/AED training)
Basic Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in occupational safety & health, environmental engineering/safety, or related field
- Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently, in a fast-paced work environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulatory EHS standards (e.g., Cal/OSHA, Cal/EPA, RCRA, SCAQMD, DOT, CA Fire Code)
- Hands-on experience with conducting risk assessments and implementing safety control measures
- Prior EHS-related internship or project experience in an engineering or laboratory setting
Additional Details and Compensation
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- This is a full-time on-site role based in El Segundo, CA
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