Workplace Health & Safety Intern

Amazon; Dubai; On-site; AED 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Employee benefits

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Intern to help create and sustain safe working environments across our Dubai sites. You’ll collaborate with the Safety New Build Manager and Safety Engineer on risk assessments, inspections, and incident prevention, gaining hands-on experience in a leading logistics network.

As part of the internship you’ll participate in learning sessions and professional development, with opportunities for a graduate role or a second internship in WHS.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelors degree with an expected completion date between June 2026 and August 2027.
• Eligible to complete a full‑time internship of 3‑6 months.
• Working towards a degree in Health Science Safety Engineering Health & Safety Safety Management or related field.
• Interest in or previous experience in safety related employment.
• Strong communication skills; ability to comfortably interact with and influence stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products: Excel, Visio and Outlook.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability.
• Proven technical guidance for large‑scale safety projects.
• Ability to adapt well to fast‑paced environments with changing circumstances direction and strategy.
• Exposure to Six Sigma Lean manufacturing efforts transportation/logistics and/or fulfilment/distribution centres.

Responsibilities

• Familiarize and help with the organization and processes for new launches
• Assist the Safety New Build Manager and the Safety Engineer in delivering safety excellent processes and operations
• Support safety process systems through participation in planned inspections of buildings machines and jobs for accident prevention
• Perform and update Risk Assessments and Job Hazard Analyses
• Analyse accident data and develop programmes and initiatives to ensure prevention of accidents
• Supporting investigations linked to accidents and identify preventive safety measures for incorporation into the safety program
• Help to develop safety procedures and implement training programs to meet the needs of Managers and Associates regarding critical safety issues
• Potential relocation to the designated work location

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Visio

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Keeping our people safe and well at work is a top priority at Amazon. Our Safety Specialists play an integral part in making this this role youll put the vital steps in place to make sure everyone at your location works in a safe and healthy environment. This is a hands‑on opportunity to make a difference to people every day. By proactively keeping them safe youll also empower them to feel confident in their roles and motivated to do their best work.

What can you expect from an internship at Amazon

As an Amazon Intern youll be part of a supportive community that empowers your growth and development. Youll collaborate with interns from around the world networking and participating in social events to broaden your perspectives. You can also join specialized groups focused on areas like sustainability to explore your diverse interests.

Support

The internship program provides a robust support system including weekly intern office hours dedicated IT and HR support and a program team committed to your success. This ensures you have the guidance and assistance needed to thrive.

Learning Sessions

Exclusive learning sessions will further enhance your skills granting you access to Amazons learning platforms and the expertise of industry leaders. These structured development opportunities will prepare you for the next step in your career.

Opportunities

Upon successful completion of the internship you may be considered for a graduate role or a second internship in the WHS field allowing you to continue your journey with Amazon. Additionally youll enjoy a competitive monthly salary relocation support and access to a range of employee benefits.

Internship Start Dates across the year

We are hiring interns to start anytime from January through September 2026. Each month well hold 1-2 onboarding days for new hires.

Key job responsibilities

• Familiarize and help with the organization and processes for new launches
• Assist the Safety New Build Manager and the Safety Engineer in delivering safety excellent processes and operations
• Support safety process systems through participation in planned inspections of buildings machines and jobs for accident prevention
• Perform and update Risk Assessments and Job Hazard Analyses
• Analyse accident data and develop programmes and initiatives to ensure prevention of accidents
• Supporting investigations linked to accidents and identify preventive safety measures for incorporation into the safety program
• Help to develop safety procedures and implement training programs to meet the needs of Managers and Associates regarding critical safety issues
• Potential relocation to the designated work location

A day in the life

As a Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Intern you will be a passionate advocate for creating and delivering safe working environments. You must have excellent analytical organizational and interpersonal skills be an effective communicator have a high sense of (internal) customer service and be able to work with cross-functional teams including Senior Management.

About the team

WHS plays a crucial role in keeping our people mentally and physically well at work. Our team works with managers associates and local governments across our sites making sure were complying with Amazons policies and legal regulations and that our workplaces are safe. There is a range of opportunities within the team from Health and Safety Technicians to Programme Managers. No matter what your role is youll play a part in developing implementing and upholding our high safety and wellbeing standards. You could work on a variety of projects alongside colleagues from across the business ranging from equipment and process inspections to assessing processes building and equipment design. This position will offer exposure to different business verticals such Operations Human Resources Legal Loss Prevention Process Engineering Finance and Engineering within one of the worlds leading supply chain companies.

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelors degree with an expected completion date between June 2026 and August 2027
• Eligible to complete a full‑time internship of 3‑6 months
• Working towards a degree in Health Science Safety Engineering Health & Safety Safety Management or related field.
• Interest in or previous experience in safety related employment
• Strong communication skills; ability to comfortably interact with and influence stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products: Excel Project Vizio and Outlook
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability
• Proven technical guidance for large‑scale safety projects
• Ability to adapt well to fast‑paced environments with changing circumstances direction and strategy
• Exposure to Six Sigma Lean manufacturing efforts transportation/logistics and/or fulfilment/distribution centres

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Required Experience

Intern