EHS Intern (summer 2026)

jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard is offering an EHS Intern position in Austin, Texas, for the summer of 2026. As part of the role, you'll develop and implement EHS policies across engineering labs and maritime testing operations while working with various teams to ensure workplace safety.

Ideal candidates should be enrolled in a relevant environmental health program and possess a basic understanding of OSHA standards. This internship provides valuable experience within the defense technology sector.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant Bachelor's or Master's program.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA standards and risk mitigation.
• Experience with lab safety and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining EHS policies and procedures.
• Conduct workplace safety inspections and hazard assessments.
• Support incident reporting and root cause analysis.

Skills

Basic knowledge of OSHA standards

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Environmental Health and Safety

Tools

EHS reporting or compliance software

Job description

EHS Intern (summer 2026)

Develop and implement EHS policies across engineering labs and maritime testing operations

Location: Austin

Job Tags: Intern

About The Role

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Intern

We are seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Intern to support our mission of creating a healthy and safe environment for our employees and community. You will have exposure to the development and implementation of our safety and compliance programs across engineering labs, manufacturing spaces, and maritime testing operations.

You will work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and facilities teams to help maintain a safe workplace and support compliance with environmental and occupational safety regulations. This internship is ideal for students interested in advanced manufacturing environments and eager to make an impact in the defense tech industry.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in developing and maintaining EHS policies, procedures, and training materials
2. Conduct workplace safety inspections and hazard assessments in labs, manufacturing, and test environments
3. Support incident reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking
4. Help maintain OSHA compliance documentation, safety data sheets (SDS), and chemical inventories
5. Assist with environmental compliance efforts, including waste management and hazardous material handling
6. Participate in risk assessments for maritime testing operations and field activities
7. Support the creation of safety training programs for employees and interns
8. Track and analyze EHS metrics and safety performance data
9. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure safe design and testing practices
10. Support initiatives including regulatory reports, inspections, information requests, internal audits, emergency drills, management system improvements, and program development and assessments
11. Develop regulatory requirement resources to provide stakeholder guidance
12. Perform research projects on programs and draft programming requirements

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science and Management, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field
• Interest in manufacturing, robotics, maritime systems, or defense technology environments
• Basic knowledge of OSHA standards, hazard identification, and risk mitigation
• Familiarity with hazardous materials management and environmental regulations
• Experience with lab safety, manufacturing safety, field operations, or maritime safety practices
• Experience with EHS reporting or compliance software
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced startup environment

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require 'U.S. Person' status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a 'U.S. Person': (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).