Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Internship (Aerospace)

Location: Full-time, on-site in El Segundo, California, United States. Spring internship dates run between January and May 2027 and depend on the selected student's university schedule.

Hourly rate: $33.00. Housing stipend is available for interns relocating to the area, with a commuter benefit for local transportation.

Company

hirify.global develops commercial space infrastructure, including in-orbit pharmaceutical processing, reentry capsules, heat shields, and satellite buses.

What you will do

• Lead Job Hazard Analyses across engineering, manufacturing, and pharmaceutical operations.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and collaborate with departments to implement safety controls.
• Support safe hazardous-chemical handling through Hazard Communication and PPE programs.
• Guide departments on the accumulation and disposal of hazardous waste to maintain environmental compliance.
• Inspect and maintain safety systems and equipment, including emergency eyewashes, showers, fire extinguishers, and fire alarm and suppression systems.
• Assist with emergency action plans, drills, and first aid, CPR, and AED training.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Pursuing a degree in occupational safety and health, environmental engineering or safety, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States and qualify as a U.S. person for access to export-controlled technology.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Cal/OSHA, Cal/EPA, RCRA, SCAQMD, DOT, and California Fire Code standards.
• Hands-on experience conducting risk assessments and implementing safety controls.
• Prior EHS internship or project experience in an engineering or laboratory setting.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative startup environment with opportunities to learn from experienced aerospace professionals.
• Housing stipend for interns relocating to the area and commuter support for local transportation.
• Interns receive a subset of the full-time employee benefits package.
• On-site meals, company and team events, and complimentary EV charging are provided.