About the role#
We are looking for an EHS Intern to support our Test Operations, R&D, and Manufacturing teams. You will work alongside engineers, technicians, and safety professionals to maintain safe and efficient operations. This role involves hands-on experience in hazard identification, safety program support, and compliance management across our engineering and laboratory environments.
What you'll do#
- Support safety and compliance activities in test, lab, manufacturing, and engineering areas.
- Assist with safety inspections, risk assessments, safety reviews, and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
- Maintain EHS documentation, permits, records, and compliance materials.
- Track safety metrics, observations, and follow-up actions.
- Support contractor safety, Hot Work Permits, and emergency preparedness activities.
- Identify hazards and assist with corrective or preventative actions.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Health Sciences, Public Health, Biology, Industrial Hygiene, Construction Safety, or Safety Management.
- A GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Basic knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment, or safety and compliance principles.
- Comfort working in hands-on test, manufacturing, laboratory, and industrial environments.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, CA.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Commitment: Full-time.
- Terms available: Winter 2027, Summer 2027, and Fall 2027.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Hermeus
Hermeus designs and builds high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft. The company works with the Department of Defense to develop aviation technology. Founded in 2018, it operates out of Los Angeles with additional locations in Georgia and Florida. The firm employs 374 people and focuses on iterative hardware development.
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