About the role#
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) team keeps Varda operations safe and effective while protecting the environment. You will work on a collaborative team to identify and mitigate physical, chemical, and operational hazards across our spacecraft and pharmaceutical production processes. This internship offers the chance to work on projects critical to our success alongside experienced aerospace professionals.
What you'll do#
- Lead Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) across engineering, manufacturing, and pharmaceutical operations to identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with teams to implement effective safety controls.
- Drive the safe handling of hazardous chemicals through our Hazard Communication (HazCom) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) programs.
- Maintain environmental compliance by guiding departments in the proper accumulation and disposal of hazardous waste.
- Conduct regular maintenance and inspection of safety systems and equipment.
- Assist with emergency preparedness and response procedures, including site emergency action plans and drills.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in occupational safety and health, environmental engineering, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
- Familiarity with regulatory EHS standards such as Cal/OSHA, Cal/EPA, RCRA, SCAQMD, DOT, and CA Fire Code.
- Hands-on experience with conducting risk assessments and implementing safety control measures.
- Prior EHS-related internship or project experience in an engineering or laboratory setting.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship based in El Segundo, California.
- The term for this role is Summer 2027.
- This position is paid.
- Due to export control regulations, this role is restricted to U.S. persons.
About Varda Space Industries
Varda Space Industries operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company focuses on orbital infrastructure, including pharmaceutical processing and reentry capsules. It produces items that require manufacturing in space, such as fiber optic cables and medical products. Founded in 2021, the firm maintains its headquarters in El Segundo, California. It currently employs over 250 people.
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