About the role#
The EHS Engineering Intern will support the development of our environmental, health, and safety culture. You will gain hands-on experience within our R&D, plant, and manufacturing environments. This role focuses on maintaining a safe, compliant, and sustainable workplace through active participation in environmental protection and safety projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist with environmental reporting and compliance initiatives.
- Collect, organize, and prepare data for recurring regulatory filings.
- Maintain digital filing systems, permit records, hazardous waste manifests, and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) libraries to ensure they remain audit-ready.
- Conduct site inspections and audits of existing programs or processes to confirm compliance and identify needed improvements.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to EHS training programs.
- Draft topic-based awareness bulletins and toolbox talks for the organization.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in EHS, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, or a related STEM field.
- Foundational knowledge of core regulatory frameworks like OSHA and EPA gained through coursework or academic projects.
- Familiarity with environmental standards such as RCRA, SWPPP, Tier II/TRI, and DEC.
- Prior internship or hands-on experience in an industrial, chemical, laboratory, or construction setting.
- Proficiency in Excel or other data management tools for reporting metrics.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage shifting priorities.
- A commitment to safety and mitigating industrial hazards.
- Ability to perform tasks such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods.
- Willingness to work nights, weekends, or be on-call occasionally, as well as travel when required.
Location & details#
- Location: Devens, Massachusetts.
- Modality: On-site.
- Terms: Winter 2027 or Summer 2027.
- Commitment: Full-time (40-50 hours per week) for a duration of 13 to 26 weeks.
- Compensation: Paid internship with an hourly wage based on year in school.
- Note: Interns are responsible for their own transportation and housing.
About Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Commonwealth Fusion Systems develops fusion power plants to supply clean energy. Founded in 2018 and based in Devens, Massachusetts, the company employs between 501 and 1,000 people. It specializes in energy technology and has created high-temperature superconducting magnets to support commercial fusion. The organization operates as a private entity.
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