Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Internship – Summer 2027

The role

You will lead Job Hazard Analyses and drive safe handling of hazardous chemicals. You will also maintain environmental compliance and assist with emergency preparedness.

What you will do

• Lead Job Hazard Analyses across engineering, manufacturing, and pharmaceutical operations
• Develop mitigation strategies and collaborate with teams to implement effective controls
• Drive safe handling of hazardous chemicals through HazCom and PPE programs
• Maintain environmental compliance by guiding departments in hazardous waste accumulation and disposal
• Conduct regular maintenance and inspection of safety systems and equipment
• Assist with emergency preparedness and response procedures

Required 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

Nice to have

• 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

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) to access export-controlled items

About the company

Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. The company is headquartered in El Segundo, California.