Environmental, Health, and Safety Intern

Seagate Technology; Normandale (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Seagate Technology is seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety Intern to support PFAS regulatory analysis, supplier screening, and environmental program exposure at our Normandale campus. You will work with EHS professionals in the US and Northern Ireland on PFAS-related tasks and broader environmental initiatives while gaining practical engineering and communication experience.

The role emphasizes independent work with guidance, collaboration with site teams, and applying analytical skills

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively and listen to feedback.
• Ability to identify inefficiencies in systems and processes.
• Desire to work collaboratively with others.

Responsibilities

• Understand background on PFAS and regulatory implications.
• Identify potential vendor chemicals and components containing PFAS.
• Identify critical manufacturers of these chemicals and components.
• Investigate usage of PFAS substances and alternatives.
• Gain exposure to Chemical Management, Wastewater, Stormwater, Hazardous Waste, and Air Emissions programs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

BS in EHS or related field

MS in EHS or related field

Job description

Environmental, Health, and Safety Intern

Job Title: Environmental, Health, and Safety Intern

Posting Start Date: 9/11/26

Requisition Id: 15028

Job Description: About our group: At Seagate, we are passionate about keeping our employees safe and healthy, and ensuring that our operations are environmentally responsible in the communities where we do business. Our efforts are the result of over a decade of collecting environmental, health, and safety performance indicators, which continue to be used to develop strategies for reducing the risk that is associated with our operations. Today, our EH&S Management systems ensure that we are successful in our overall goal of operational excellence through continuous improvements in our risk reduction and mitigation efforts. Through the EH&S programs that are implemented throughout our global organization, we can be assured that our employees and contractors work safely and integrate EH&S procedures and practices into daily work activities, projects, and programs.

About the role - you will:

• Ensure clear understanding of the background on Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and the current and future impacted regulatory implications of the various PFAS substances in use at Seagate.
• Identify the potential vendor chemical and component subgroups that could potentially contain the impacted PFAS substances.
• Identify critical manufacturers of these potential chemicals and vendor components.
• Investigate the usage of these impacted PFAS substances, and options for potential alternatives.
• Complete other environmental tasks as needed, with the opportunity to gain exposure to multiple environmental programs including Chemical Management, Wastewater, Stormwater, Hazardous Waste, and Air Emissions.
• Work both independently and in consultation with technical professionals at the site in the US and Northern Ireland.
• Gain valuable experience that complements class work and that provides essential career development opportunities.
• Learn to apply engineering, analytical, and communication skills to impact the bottom line.
• Be exposed to a wide variety of EHS practices, be exposed to Seagate EHS Policies, and be provided with experience working with both EHS and Facilities professional(s).

About you:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential to this position
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ensure diversity of perspectives, ask for others' input and actively listen to feedback
• Ability to identify inefficiencies in systems and processes that have an impact on performance
• Desire to work collaboratively with others

Your experience includes:

• Completion of coursework in environmental engineering, chemistry, related EHS programs, or another related field
• Previous work experience that demonstrates the ability to take on challenging tasks, plan ahead, take ownership, and collaborate with others
• Pursuit of a BS or MS degree in EHS, Environmental Engineering, or related field, and returning to school in Fall 2027

Our Normandale campus spans two suburbs, Edina and Bloomington, and serves as the Recording Head development and manufacturing arm of Seagate. Located in the heart of a bustling community, Seagate offers an on-site cafe, or if you prefer, you can drive to one of many restaurants just minutes away. Need to grab a gift over lunchtime? Shopping is abundant in the area. If working out is your thing, the on-site fully equipped fitness center hosts wellness programs, outdoor activities, tournaments, and group workouts. Looking for something more laid back? Reset in one of our meditation rooms, or simply take a walk around our indoor walking path. On-site cultural festivals, celebrations, and community volunteer opportunities also abound.

The estimated base wage range for this position is $24 - $35/hr. The individual base wage is based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible Interns, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and participation in the employee stock purchase plan. Seagate also offers Interns 12 paid holidays and a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave. The benefits for this position are based on a 24 to 40-hour-per-week schedule for a full calendar year and may differ depending on work location and tenure with the Company.

Location: Normandale, United States

Travel: None

Information at a Glance About Us

With more than four decades of storage innovation, Seagate empowers humanity to thrive in the data age and helps people and businesses navigate the ever-expanding data landscape.

We craft precision-engineered, cutting-edge solutions that help the world store and manage exponential data growth.

Seagate is powered by our talented and passionate workforce of 29,000 employees across the globe who embody our core values: integrity, innovation, and inclusion. Striving towards excellence every single day, we show up with these values for our customers, business partners, shareholders, and communities alike.

Join us and get inspired to make a difference in the datasphere!

Seagate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, military and veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. EEO Know Your Rights Poster

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