About the role#
The EHS Engineer Intern will support site environmental, health, and safety initiatives to strengthen operations and ensure regulatory compliance. This is a full-time, ten-week internship based on-site at our Clayton, North Carolina facility. You will work alongside experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
What you'll do#
- Collect and analyze EHS data.
- Update and maintain procedural documentation.
- Support EHS training programs.
- Contribute to process improvement and sustainability initiatives.
- Support adherence to environmental and safety regulations.
- Assist with Process Safety Management (PSM) activities, including developing process maps and drafting technical summaries.
- Participate in process hazard analysis efforts.
- Contribute to enhancing chemical safety across the site.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program, specifically as a rising junior or rising senior.
- Preference for majors in Engineering, Environmental Science, or Occupational Safety.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel and Word, plus the ability to use other Microsoft Office applications.
- Please note that we are not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
Location & details#
- Location: Clayton, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 17, 2027 to July 23, 2027).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Travel: No overnight travel is required.
About Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk is a pharmaceutical company that focuses on treatments for chronic diseases including diabetes and obesity. Founded in 1923 in Denmark, the company operates globally with headquarters in Bagsværd. It employs approximately 62,188 people across 80 offices. The organization researches and manufactures medical solutions for rare diseases and other health conditions.
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