QHSE Coordinator Internships
Qhse coordinator internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in safety audits, incident reporting, and compliance documentation, mentorship from working QHSE coordinators, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Science & Research and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with Allan Myers, ABB, and ASM among the employers posting roles now.
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Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.
For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.
EHS Intern
Ready to shape what’s next at ASM?
At ASM, innovation starts with people and is supported by a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace. As an EHS Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives within a global semiconductor technology company.
You will work alongside experienced EHS professionals, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to meaningful projects that help protect our employees, contractors, visitors, and the environment.
Position Summary
The EHS Intern will support our Environmental, Health, and Safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives. This internship provides an opportunity to learn how EHS management systems operate within a fast-paced, high-tech environment while gaining exposure to local regulations, corporate policies, ISO standards, and semiconductor industry requirements.
Through project-based assignments, the intern will assist with workplace inspections, EHS documentation, data analysis, training materials, environmental programs, and employee safety initiatives. The intern will also have opportunities to collaborate with site, regional, and global teams.
What You’ll Do
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the site’s EHS Management System.
- Assist with facility inspections and audits to identify potential safety, health, and environmental risks.
- Help document inspection findings, track corrective actions, and follow up with responsible teams.
- Support the development and organization of EHS procedures, communications, and training materials.
- Assist with the collection, review, and analysis of EHS performance data and metrics.
- Help identify trends and opportunities to improve workplace safety and environmental performance.
- Support incident reporting and investigation documentation under the guidance of the EHS team.
- Assist with environmental programs related to hazardous materials, waste management, and emergency preparedness.
- Support regulatory and permit-related documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping.
- Participate in safety campaigns, awareness activities, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Assist with projects supporting ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional, regional, and global teams to learn and share EHS best practices.
- Complete an internship project or presentation that addresses an identified EHS opportunity or business need.
What We’re Looking For
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in:
- Environmental Engineering
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Industrial Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Risk Management
- Environmental Science
- Business Management with an EHS-related focus
- Another relevant technical field
- Interest in beginning a career in Environmental, Health, and Safety, manufacturing, or the semiconductor industry.
- Basic understanding of workplace safety, environmental compliance, risk management, or EHS management systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to organize information, manage assignments, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues across different teams, functions, and cultures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Ability to communicate in English in a professional environment.
- Willingness to learn, ask questions, and contribute new ideas.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or academic projects related to occupational safety, environmental management, industrial hygiene, chemical safety, risk assessment, or sustainability.
- Familiarity with EHS regulations, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act, Laboratory Safety and Security Management Act, etc.
- Awareness of international standards such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or SEMI requirements.
- Experience analyzing data, developing reports, or creating presentations.
- Previous internship, laboratory, manufacturing, research, or project experience.
- Relevant EHS training, coursework, or certifications are a plus but are not required.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on EHS experience within the semiconductor technology industry.
- Exposure to EHS management systems, regulatory compliance, and international standards.
- Experience working with cross-functional and global teams.
- Opportunities to develop technical, analytical, project-management, and communication skills.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced EHS professionals.
- A meaningful project that contributes to ASM’s safety and environmental goals.
Let’s Shape the Future, Together
At ASM, you will have the opportunity to learn, contribute, and grow while helping create a safer and more sustainable workplace. Bring your curiosity, ideas, and passion for making a difference, and help us shape what’s next.
Apply today to be part of what’s next.
We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.
To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.
For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.
EHS Intern
Ready to shape what’s next at ASM?
At ASM, innovation starts with people and is supported by a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace. As an EHS Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives within a global semiconductor technology company.
You will work alongside experienced EHS professionals, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to meaningful projects that help protect our employees, contractors, visitors, and the environment.
Position Summary
The EHS Intern will support our Environmental, Health, and Safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives. This internship provides an opportunity to learn how EHS management systems operate within a fast-paced, high-tech environment while gaining exposure to local regulations, corporate policies, ISO standards, and semiconductor industry requirements.
Through project-based assignments, the intern will assist with workplace inspections, EHS documentation, data analysis, training materials, environmental programs, and employee safety initiatives. The intern will also have opportunities to collaborate with site, regional, and global teams.
What You’ll Do
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the site’s EHS Management System.
- Assist with facility inspections and audits to identify potential safety, health, and environmental risks.
- Help document inspection findings, track corrective actions, and follow up with responsible teams.
- Support the development and organization of EHS procedures, communications, and training materials.
- Assist with the collection, review, and analysis of EHS performance data and metrics.
- Help identify trends and opportunities to improve workplace safety and environmental performance.
- Support incident reporting and investigation documentation under the guidance of the EHS team.
- Assist with environmental programs related to hazardous materials, waste management, and emergency preparedness.
- Support regulatory and permit-related documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping.
- Participate in safety campaigns, awareness activities, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Assist with projects supporting ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional, regional, and global teams to learn and share EHS best practices.
- Complete an internship project or presentation that addresses an identified EHS opportunity or business need.
What We’re Looking For
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in:
- Environmental Engineering
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Industrial Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Risk Management
- Environmental Science
- Business Management with an EHS-related focus
- Another relevant technical field
- Interest in beginning a career in Environmental, Health, and Safety, manufacturing, or the semiconductor industry.
- Basic understanding of workplace safety, environmental compliance, risk management, or EHS management systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to organize information, manage assignments, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues across different teams, functions, and cultures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Ability to communicate in English in a professional environment.
- Willingness to learn, ask questions, and contribute new ideas.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or academic projects related to occupational safety, environmental management, industrial hygiene, chemical safety, risk assessment, or sustainability.
- Familiarity with EHS regulations, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act, Laboratory Safety and Security Management Act, etc.
- Awareness of international standards such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or SEMI requirements.
- Experience analyzing data, developing reports, or creating presentations.
- Previous internship, laboratory, manufacturing, research, or project experience.
- Relevant EHS training, coursework, or certifications are a plus but are not required.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on EHS experience within the semiconductor technology industry.
- Exposure to EHS management systems, regulatory compliance, and international standards.
- Experience working with cross-functional and global teams.
- Opportunities to develop technical, analytical, project-management, and communication skills.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced EHS professionals.
- A meaningful project that contributes to ASM’s safety and environmental goals.
Let’s Shape the Future, Together
At ASM, you will have the opportunity to learn, contribute, and grow while helping create a safer and more sustainable workplace. Bring your curiosity, ideas, and passion for making a difference, and help us shape what’s next.
Apply today to be part of what’s next.
We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.
To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
QHSE Coordinator Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Science & Research
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
Tips for Your QHSE Coordinator Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers with structured QHSE cohorts recruit summer interns the preceding fall and close those slots well before spring. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Starting your search in September for the following summer puts you ahead of most applicants.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for qhse coordinator internships expect limited work history, so your strongest proof is documented project work. A completed risk assessment, safety audit report, or environmental compliance checklist, with the frameworks or software you used clearly noted, gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate beyond your GPA.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured QHSE programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice the actual qhse coordinator intern screen out loud
QHSE coordinator intern interviews typically include scenario-based questions on hazard identification, incident root-cause analysis, or regulatory compliance situations. Practice walking through your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through a safety problem as much as the conclusion you reach.
QHSE Coordinator Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a qhse coordinator internship?
Lead with coursework and completed projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented safety audit, risk assessment write-up, or incident investigation report gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate. Apply directly to companies with QHSE programs and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a qhse coordinator internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it most for qhse coordinator interns is consistent performance on real compliance and safety tasks, demonstrated judgment under a supervisor, and available headcount when the offer conversation happens. Position yourself well without counting on it, and keep applying to full-time roles in parallel.
When should I apply for qhse coordinator internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers with structured QHSE programs recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before spring semester begins. Smaller companies, government contractors, and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you catch both waves.
Are qhse coordinator internships paid?
Most professional qhse coordinator internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Nonprofit and some government placements occasionally offer stipends or academic credit instead, so read each posting carefully before applying.
What should a qhse coordinator internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Two or three documented projects showing safety audits, risk matrices, environmental compliance checklists, or incident investigation reports, with the frameworks or software used and a link or portfolio PDF where the work is visible, give recruiters something specific to assess. Add relevant coursework, any OSHA or ISO training, and keep the whole thing to one page.
Can international students get qhse coordinator internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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