Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Internship, Summer 2026

Edwards Lifesciences

Irvine, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$54,000–$72,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Affordable Housing, Air Quality, Basketball, Chemical Engineering, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Corrective Action, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Health, Environmental Sciences, Healthcare Providers, Industrial Engineering, Laboratory Equipment, Maintain Compliance, Medical Equipment, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Research & Development (R&D), Risk Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Support Documentation, Technical Leadership, Time Management, Vaccination, Volleyball

LOCATION

Irvine, CA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Program participants will be placed at our corporate headquarters in Irvine, California.

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our University Programs are designed to help early-career professionals contribute to solutions that transform patient lives. We also believe in investing in the future of our talented people across the globe, including early career professionals seeking to explore and establish themselves within the medical device industry. We’ll provide you with the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make innovative contributions. As an Engineering Intern with us, you’ll find motivation and inspiration in a culture that emphasizes passion for patients as you discover your own strengths.

Key Responsibilities:

+ The intern will support air quality compliance by partnering with EHS, R&D, and Facilities to evaluate laboratory equipment, processes, and ventilation controls for regulatory applicability and compliance gaps.

+ Day‑to‑day work includes reviewing air quality data, conducting gap and applicability assessments, tracking corrective actions, maintaining documentation, and supporting verification activities.

+ Key deliverables include documented air rule applicability determinations, a maintained action‑item tracker, audit‑ready compliance records, and a final summary and verification report.

+ The project develops technical skills in environmental compliance, risk assessment, and documentation, along with soft skills in cross‑functional collaboration, communication, and project management.

+ This project offers a hands‑on, real‑world EHS experience with tangible outcomes, exposure to multiple teams, and highly transferable skills for a future career in environmental health and safety.

What you'll need (Required):

+ Current enrolled at an accredited university for the duration of the Internship project pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Environmental Sciences, Occupational Health and Safety, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.

+ Graduating in December 2026 or later.

+ Ability to work full-time for the duration of the Internship (May/June 2026 - Aug 2026)

+ Good scholastic standing (3.0+ cumulative GPA or equivalent)

+ Must not require company sponsorship for an employment-based visa now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Environmental / Air Quality Fundamentals coursework

+ Microsoft Office Proficiency – Using Excel for action tracking, data organization, and status reporting; Word/PowerPoint for summaries and reports.

+ Time Management & Organization – Managing multiple action items, priorities, and deadlines over a multi‑week project.

+ Attention to Detail – Critical for compliance tracking, documentation accuracy, and verification of corrective actions.

+ Communication Skills – Clearly communicating with R&D, Facilities, and EHS stakeholders; asking the right technical questions and documenting responses.

+ Collaboration & Professional Maturity – Working cross‑functionally with engineers, scientists, Managers, and EHS professionals in a regulated environment.

+ Problem‑Solving & Initiative – Identifying gaps, proposing next steps, and following through to closure rather than waiting for direction.

Unique Benefits for Interns:

+ Subsidized Housing in Irvine, CA

+ Relocation- _if eligible_

+ Competitive Compensation

+ Innovative & Industry Leading Technology

+ Accelerated Career Growth

+ A Growing Global Company

+ Meaningful Projects with Real Impact

+ Continuous Mentorship

+ On-site Cafe, Gym, Basketball & Beach Volleyball Courts

+ Great People & Beautiful Place to Work!

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $54,000.00 to $72,000.00 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Career website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.

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