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Safety Engineer CPT roles let F-1 students apply occupational health and hazard analysis coursework directly on the job. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must connect to your engineering or environmental health program. Most positions involve site inspections, OSHA compliance work, or risk assessments.
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Looking to build connections, careers, and a future at one of North America's largest food service distributors? Do this and more as a Gordon Food Service intern at our Home Office!
Our 12-week paid internship program offers firsthand experience and meaningful projects that have an impact on our business. Throughout the program, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities that will expose you to various aspects of our industry.
Build Connections By:
Working alongside our Food Safety and Quality department team that serves our customers, employees, and partners across North America and Canada. Collaborating with other Gordon Food Service interns and employees in the following areas:
- Communications
- Finance
- Accounting
- Human Resources
- IT
- Marketing & Merchandising
- Supply Chain
- Sales
Build a Career:
In the Food Safety and Quality department by:
- Product Review: The intern will assist in evaluating imported and commodity products to ensure they meet established food safety and quality standards. This may include reviewing product specifications, ingredient lists, and processing methods.
- Specification Review and Approval: A key responsibility will be to review and facilitate the approval process for product specifications. This involves ensuring all necessary details are accurately documented and comply with regulatory and internal requirements.
- Supplier Qualification Document Review: The intern will be involved in examining documentation submitted by potential and existing suppliers to verify their adherence to food safety and quality protocols. This will contribute to maintaining a robust and compliant supplier network.
- Food Safety Related Project: In addition to these ongoing responsibilities, the intern will be assigned a specific food safety related project. The scope and nature of this project will be determined, providing an opportunity for the intern to apply their knowledge and contribute to a meaningful initiative within the department. This project will allow for the development of practical skills and a deeper understanding of food safety challenges in the imports and commodities sector.
Build the Future by:
Being an intern at Gordon Food Service, North America's largest family-owned broadline food service distributor and working alongside our department:
- Attending unique networking opportunities in and outside the office.
- Engaging in our mentorship program.
- Shadowing jobs across the organization to explore your career path potential.
- Participating in Gordon Food Services’ community and stewardship efforts.
- Developing personal and professional skills through workshops about communication, LinkedIn, presenting, and more.
- Embedding directly with a team that treats AI as a core collaborator. You will gain hands-on experience using and developing intelligent systems to deliver real-world business impact.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Meet the following qualifications to be considered for our 2027 internship program:
- Currently enrolled in a university pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Food Safety, biology, environmental health and related fields.
- Must be authorized to work in the US.
- Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Taking advantage of our competitive benefits package including:
- Paid Weekly
- Flex Hours
- Gordon Food Service Store Discount
- Employee Assistance Program
Ready to start building? Apply today!
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
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Get Access To All JobsSafety Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Safety Engineer internship qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the role is directly tied to your engineering or occupational health curriculum and your DSO approves it before your start date. The position must involve duties your program considers an integral part of the degree, such as hazard analysis, OSHA compliance work, or safety system design. A generic administrative internship at a safety firm won't qualify.
Can I do CPT as a Safety Engineer if my degree is in civil or mechanical engineering?
Yes. Safety engineering draws on structural, mechanical, and environmental engineering principles, so most civil or mechanical engineering programs can justify CPT for these roles. Your DSO makes the final call, so bring the job description and explain how the duties map to specific courses in your program, particularly any lab or applied coursework.
How do I find Safety Engineer employers who hire F-1 students on CPT?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Safety Engineer roles by employers with a history of sponsoring international engineers. Focus on mid-to-large employers in regulated industries like construction, aerospace, or chemical manufacturing, where dedicated safety teams and documented compliance programs make CPT authorization easier to justify to your DSO.
Does CPT for a Safety Engineer role affect my future OPT eligibility?
Part-time CPT has no effect on OPT. Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more eliminates your post-completion OPT eligibility entirely. If you're considering multiple CPT semesters in Safety Engineer roles, track your full-time CPT hours carefully with your DSO to protect your OPT and any future STEM OPT extension.
What does O*NET say about Safety Engineer duties relevant to CPT documentation?
O*NET classifies Safety Engineers under SOC code 17-2111, covering duties like inspecting facilities for OSHA compliance, conducting hazard analyses, and developing safety protocols. Citing O*NET job zone and task descriptions in your CPT request helps your DSO make a clear curricular connection, especially if your program doesn't use the exact title 'Safety Engineer' in course descriptions.