QHSE Engineer Internships
Qhse engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in safety management and regulatory compliance, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings in Science & Research and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals are active now, 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 Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Science & Research
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
Tips for Your QHSE Engineer Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers fill summer qhse engineer intern cohorts the preceding fall, sometimes before October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Starting your search well ahead of your target semester means you compete in the first wave, not after the best-structured programs have already closed.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for qhse engineer interns expect limited work history and weigh project evidence instead. Document two or three completed projects, such as a hazard identification exercise, a root-cause analysis, or an environmental compliance review, naming the standards and tools you used. A linked write-up or case study gives recruiters something concrete to assess.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured qhse engineer internship programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice the qhse engineer intern screen before applying
Many qhse engineer intern interviews include a scenario-based screen where you walk through a mock incident investigation, risk matrix, or regulatory gap analysis out loud. Practice explaining your reasoning step by step, not just your conclusion, since interviewers weigh how you approach a safety problem as much as the final answer you reach.
QHSE Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a qhse engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For qhse engineer candidates, a documented safety audit, incident analysis write-up, or environmental compliance project gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a qhse engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For qhse engineer interns, what actually drives it is performance on real work, whether the team has open headcount, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position yourself by delivering on project goals and asking about return-offer timelines before your internship ends, without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for qhse engineer internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer qhse engineer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you catch both waves rather than missing the early-recruiting window that larger structured programs run on.
Are qhse engineer internships paid?
Most professional qhse engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Internships tied to formal rotational or university programs at larger organizations tend to offer structured compensation packages, while smaller companies may vary more widely.
What should a qhse engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show how you identified a hazard, conducted a risk assessment, or applied a regulatory standard, naming the frameworks and tools used. For qhse engineer candidates, linking a published safety audit, compliance report, or case study gives reviewers something to assess. Add relevant coursework and keep the resume to one page.
Can international students get qhse engineer 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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