Environmental Co-op/Intern - Fall 2026

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. • Torrance, CA

2d • $24 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

This job description reflects potential openings for the Fall 2026 Co-op/Internship Session (August-December). This is a general job description and represents multiple openings in various departments. Honda offers both single and multi-semester co-ops and internships. College students must apply to the requisition pertaining to their major and semester of interest. Please note: Sponsorship for employment visa status for these positions is unavailable. Applicants requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., F-1 CPT/OPT, H-1B, TN, etc.) will not be considered. The below descriptions reflect potential environments and duties within our various Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety and Industrial Hygiene Co-op/Intern positions that we offer. Work environments and projects may include but are not limited to: Manufacturing, Environmental, Safety Services.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Minimum 2.5 Cumulative GPA or higher (You will be required to provide your current transcript)
• Class status- Sophomore (by credit hour) or above
• Availability to work a minimum of 10 weeks at 40 hours per week
• Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program studying Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• Valid U.S. Driver's License (exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis)
• Ability to secure own transportation to and from work each day
• Public transportation and ride share services are limited in some of our locations. Co-ops are responsible for securing their own transportation to and from work each day, and must have a reliable plan for transportation in order to be eligible for a position. Regular in-person attendance is required, and transportation issues will not be excused.

Nice To Haves

• Intro to environmental studies
• Safety related coursework
• Manufacturing related coursework

Responsibilities

• Project management
• Problem analysis
• Investigating new technologies and implementing countermeasures
• Reviewing existing equipment and assisting the EH&S (Environmental Health and Safety) coordinator with the specifications for new equipment
• Assisting with updated ergonomic evaluations and document findings in our current tracking system
• Assist in the evaluation of proposed new model processes to minimize incoming ergonomic risks
• Assist with reviews for “Routine vs. Non-Routine” activities as they pertain to production and maintenance
• Assist with air compliance testing
• International Organization for Standardization (ISO) document evaluation and updating
• Completing and submitting State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) reports and providing improvement recommendations
• Support special projects such as new model launch or process modifications
• Prepare Hazardous Chemical Inventory reports for Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
• Track chemical use and waste generation
• Waste samples and profiles
• Update Title V Air Permit Applications
• Sort and organize Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
• Schedule and track associate respiratory and audiometric testing
• Breathing air testing in all departments
• Various sampling projects such as leading paint sampling to determine percent lead and lead simulations to determine air concentrations
• Plan, collect, process and communicate Industrial Hygiene samples (air and noise) to support Honda’s production operations
• Support company safety program development and training program activities such as, but not limited to, confined safe program, respiratory protection program, personal equipment program, lead compliance activities and hearing conservation program

Benefits

• Housing Accommodations: Honda offers housing at a shared cost, or a housing stipend based on location for our Co-ops and Interns. It is not required to opt-in to but is available should you need housing at the time of your Co-op/Internship with Honda.
• Honda Business Resource Groups: One of the ways Honda gives diversity a voice is through its business resource groups. The associate-led, company-supported groups have members aligned across different dimensions of diversity such as gender, ethnicity, ability, life stage and experiences. The groups provide networking opportunities, a chance to give back and professional development. Some groups have even given feedback on Honda products, making them more appealing to all. Embracing all views is what will drive us into the future. Honda wants passionate, driven people to be a part of that future.
• Performance Feedback: Honda Co-ops and Interns will have the opportunity to receive informal and formal feedback from their leaders, ask questions and express future interest in a scheduled mid-term and final evaluation.
• Mentorship: Each Co-op/Intern is assigned a mentor in your department to help you navigate your time at Honda.
• On-site Wellness Center: Co-ops and Interns have access to join our Wellness Centers (varies by location). Our Wellness Centers are full gyms equipped with cardio machines, weights, basketball courts, pools, dieticians, personal trainers and group fitness classes.
• Paid overtime: Co-ops and Interns will receive 1.5 times their hourly rate of pay for any overtime worked.
• Consideration for full time employment: Our Cooperative Learning Internships program is utilized as a talent pipeline for our full time positions!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed