Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Internship, Summer 2026

Edwards Lifesciences•Irvine, CA

2d•$54,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

Program participants will be placed at our corporate headquarters in Irvine, California. Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our University Programs are designed to help early-career professionals contribute to solutions that transform patient lives. We also believe in investing in the future of our talented people across the globe, including early career professionals seeking to explore and establish themselves within the medical device industry. We’ll provide you with the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make innovative contributions. As an Engineering Intern with us, you’ll find motivation and inspiration in a culture that emphasizes passion for patients as you discover your own strengths. Key Responsibilities: The intern will support air quality compliance by partnering with EHS, R&D, and Facilities to evaluate laboratory equipment, processes, and ventilation controls for regulatory applicability and compliance gaps. Day‑to‑day work includes reviewing air quality data, conducting gap and applicability assessments, tracking corrective actions, maintaining documentation, and supporting verification activities. Key deliverables include documented air rule applicability determinations, a maintained action‑item tracker, audit‑ready compliance records, and a final summary and verification report. The project develops technical skills in environmental compliance, risk assessment, and documentation, along with soft skills in cross‑functional collaboration, communication, and project management. This project offers a hands‑on, real-world EHS experience with tangible outcomes, exposure to multiple teams, and highly transferable skills for a future career in environmental health and safety.

Requirements

Current enrolled at an accredited university for the duration of the Internship project pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Environmental Sciences, Occupational Health and Safety, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Graduating in December 2026 or later.
Ability to work full-time for the duration of the Internship (May/June 2026 - Aug 2026)
Good scholastic standing (3.0+ cumulative GPA or equivalent)
Must not require company sponsorship for an employment-based visa now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Environmental / Air Quality Fundamentals coursework
Microsoft Office Proficiency – Using Excel for action tracking, data organization, and status reporting; Word/PowerPoint for summaries and reports.
Time Management & Organization – Managing multiple action items, priorities, and deadlines over a multi‑week project.
Attention to Detail – Critical for compliance tracking, documentation accuracy, and verification of corrective actions.
Communication Skills – Clearly communicating with R&D, Facilities, and EHS stakeholders; asking the right technical questions and documenting responses.
Collaboration & Professional Maturity – Working cross‑functionally with engineers, scientists, Managers, and EHS professionals in a regulated environment.
Problem‑Solving & Initiative – Identifying gaps, proposing next steps, and following through to closure rather than waiting for direction.

Responsibilities

The intern will support air quality compliance by partnering with EHS, R&D, and Facilities to evaluate laboratory equipment, processes, and ventilation controls for regulatory applicability and compliance gaps.
Day‑to‑day work includes reviewing air quality data, conducting gap and applicability assessments, tracking corrective actions, maintaining documentation, and supporting verification activities.
Key deliverables include documented air rule applicability determinations, a maintained action‑item tracker, audit‑ready compliance records, and a final summary and verification report.

Benefits

Subsidized Housing in Irvine, CA
Relocation- if eligible
Competitive Compensation
Innovative & Industry Leading Technology
Accelerated Career Growth
A Growing Global Company
Meaningful Projects with Real Impact
Continuous Mentorship
On-site Cafe, Gym, Basketball & Beach Volleyball Courts
Great People & Beautiful Place to Work!
Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.