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Environmental health and safety professionals can pursue U.S. work experience through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on their career stage. Host employers across manufacturing, construction, and corporate safety departments regularly partner with State Department-designated sponsors to bring qualified EHS candidates stateside.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are core values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
JOB SUMMARY
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Intern assists the EHS Department by conducting inspections, supporting compliance initiatives, performing risk assessments, developing EHS training materials, and completing administrative tasks to ensure a safe working environment, all while gaining practical experience in workplace safety and environmental regulations and procedures.
SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES
Essential Functions
(Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Support EHS Department in maintaining site compliance with all federal, state and local regulations (including, but not limited to OSHA/CAL OSHA, EPA, DTSC, AQMD, SWRCB)
- Support EHS Department in developing and conducting Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, policies, and trainings.
- Support EHS Department to manage the hazardous waste management program.
- Ensure sites are compliant with the BEI Hazard Communication program.
- Propose and execute an EHS related project.
- Assist in ensuring that documentation of onsite injuries and the Incident Investigation process are promptly reported, including root cause analysis and recommendation of corrective actions.
- Perform periodic, site wide and area specific compliance evaluations and audits.
- Track and assist with safety related preventative maintenance such as signage, fire extinguisher, AED and emergency eye wash, etc.
- Other EHS duties will be assigned as needed to support the EHS Department.
- Maintains and protects the confidentiality of the Company’s information and product.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience
- The candidate should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment, be able to handle several assignments concurrently, and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of EHS, and an in-depth understanding of Aerospace Manufacturing Operations.
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills.
- Knowledge in local, state level, national and international laws and regulations related to protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees.
Education:
- Actively pursuing a four-year college degree, preferably in a field related to Occupational Health and Safety or Environmental Management.
- Or 1-2 years post graduate with a relevant degree.
Experience:
- No experience required.
Preferred Skills/Experience:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
- Academic excellence (GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Other:
- May be asked to work extended or irregular hours as required.
- Must show proof of ability to work in the United States.
NOTE: This opportunity is provided in partnership with Pathway Group.
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are core values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
JOB SUMMARY
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Intern assists the EHS Department by conducting inspections, supporting compliance initiatives, performing risk assessments, developing EHS training materials, and completing administrative tasks to ensure a safe working environment, all while gaining practical experience in workplace safety and environmental regulations and procedures.
SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES
Essential Functions
(Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Support EHS Department in maintaining site compliance with all federal, state and local regulations (including, but not limited to OSHA/CAL OSHA, EPA, DTSC, AQMD, SWRCB)
- Support EHS Department in developing and conducting Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, policies, and trainings.
- Support EHS Department to manage the hazardous waste management program.
- Ensure sites are compliant with the BEI Hazard Communication program.
- Propose and execute an EHS related project.
- Assist in ensuring that documentation of onsite injuries and the Incident Investigation process are promptly reported, including root cause analysis and recommendation of corrective actions.
- Perform periodic, site wide and area specific compliance evaluations and audits.
- Track and assist with safety related preventative maintenance such as signage, fire extinguisher, AED and emergency eye wash, etc.
- Other EHS duties will be assigned as needed to support the EHS Department.
- Maintains and protects the confidentiality of the Company’s information and product.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience
- The candidate should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment, be able to handle several assignments concurrently, and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of EHS, and an in-depth understanding of Aerospace Manufacturing Operations.
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills.
- Knowledge in local, state level, national and international laws and regulations related to protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees.
Education:
- Actively pursuing a four-year college degree, preferably in a field related to Occupational Health and Safety or Environmental Management.
- Or 1-2 years post graduate with a relevant degree.
Experience:
- No experience required.
Preferred Skills/Experience:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
- Academic excellence (GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Other:
- May be asked to work extended or irregular hours as required.
- Must show proof of ability to work in the United States.
NOTE: This opportunity is provided in partnership with Pathway Group.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Environmental Health And Safety
Align your credentials with EHS specialty areas
Document specific competencies such as OSHA compliance, industrial hygiene, or environmental permitting before applying. J-1 training plans require demonstrating that your background justifies structured U.S. training your home country can't provide.
Identify host employers through EHS-heavy industries
Target manufacturers, chemical processors, construction firms, and utilities that maintain active safety departments. These industries file formal training plans routinely and are familiar with DS-2019 requirements, making J-1 host arrangements more straightforward to negotiate.
Search EHS roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers listing environmental health and safety positions that align with J-1 sponsorship. Filtering by role and location narrows results to hosts already operating in sectors comfortable with exchange visitor arrangements.
Confirm the 2-year home residency rule upfront
Many EHS Trainee positions involve skills transferred from government-funded programs or shortage occupations, triggering the two-year home residency requirement. Clarify with your designated sponsor whether your specific training plan activates this condition before accepting an offer.
Request a training plan before your DS-2019 issues
Your designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 only after approving a detailed training plan signed by the host employer. Verify that your employer can specify measurable EHS learning objectives, equipment, and supervisor qualifications, since vague plans draw sponsor rejections.
Negotiate host employer support for compliance costs
Designated sponsors like CIEE or Cultural Vistas charge program fees that some host employers cover fully. Raise this during the offer stage, as EHS roles in larger organizations often have budget lines for professional development that can absorb sponsor administrative fees.
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Find Environmental Health And Safety JobsEnvironmental Health And Safety J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an environmental health and safety professional?
It depends on your career stage. If you're a current student or recent graduate, the Intern category applies. If you have a degree plus at least one year of relevant EHS work experience, you qualify for the Trainee category. Trainee programs allow longer placements of up to 18 months and are better suited to professionals building specialized skills in areas like industrial hygiene or hazardous materials management.
Is the hiring employer considered my J-1 visa sponsor?
No. The employer is the host organization, not the visa sponsor. Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT. The designated sponsor reviews your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your compliance throughout the program. The host employer participates in designing the training plan and supervising your work, but cannot act as the official sponsor.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 EHS trainee?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. companies listing environmental health and safety roles in sectors familiar with exchange visitor arrangements, such as manufacturing, energy, and construction. Once you identify a target employer, confirm early whether they're willing to work with a designated sponsor to formalize the training plan and DS-2019, since that administrative step requires employer cooperation.
Does my EHS role trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
Possibly. The two-year home residency requirement applies if your EHS training is funded by a U.S. government agency, your home government, or if your specific occupation appears on your home country's exchange visitor skills list. Environmental and occupational health roles sometimes appear on these lists. Confirm with your designated sponsor during the application review, as the condition affects your future U.S. visa options significantly.
What documentation does a designated sponsor review before issuing a DS-2019 for an EHS position?
Sponsors evaluate a signed training plan detailing the EHS competencies you'll develop, the host employer's supervisor qualifications, your degree or equivalent credentials, and a letter from the host confirming your role and compensation. For EHS positions, sponsors often look for specificity around safety systems, regulatory frameworks, or environmental monitoring methods to confirm the training has structured educational value beyond routine job duties.
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