Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Internship – Summer 2027

Varda Space Industries • El Segundo, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team ensures that Varda’s operations are performed safely and effectively without harming the environment. The team proactively identifies and mitigates physical, chemical, operational, and other hazards across spacecraft and pharmaceutical development and production processes.

The internship is intended for students seeking technical and professional growth through impactful projects. The intern will work collaboratively in a startup environment, learn from experienced aerospace professionals, and contribute to Varda’s success. This is a full-time, on-site role based in El Segundo, California.

Applicants must be U.S. persons permitted to access export-controlled technology without an export license. Varda participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in occupational safety and health, environmental engineering or safety, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be a U.S. person permitted to access the employer’s export-controlled technology without an export license.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulatory EHS standards, such as Cal/OSHA, Cal/EPA, RCRA, SCAQMD, DOT, and the California Fire Code.
• Hands-on experience conducting risk assessments and implementing safety control measures.
• Prior EHS-related internship or project experience in an engineering or laboratory setting.

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, including emergency eyewashes and showers, fire extinguishers, and fire alarm and suppression systems.
• Assist with emergency preparedness and response procedures, including the site emergency action plan, emergency drills, and first aid/CPR/AED training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed