STEM OPT Environmental Health And Safety Jobs
Environmental Health and Safety roles qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension when your degree maps to an eligible CIP code in engineering, environmental science, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign your I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.
We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits.
Join a team focused on maintaining safe, compliant, and efficient operations across manufacturing environments. In this role, you will support environmental, health, and safety programs, partner with cross-functional teams, and help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers the opportunity to work independently while contributing to a strong culture of workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Implement and maintain environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) procedures, work instructions, and compliance programs to meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
- Conduct routine EH&S audits, inspections, and incident investigations; document findings, recommend corrective actions, and track resolution of identified risks.
- Deliver and maintain required EH&S training programs, including emergency response, hazardous material handling, and site-specific compliance training.
- Evaluate new and existing manufacturing operations to identify EH&S risks and implement measures that support regulatory compliance and worker safety.
- Coordinate safety committees and multi-shift safety support activities; monitor action items and report compliance, inspection, and incident metrics to management.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 2 years of experience supporting environmental, health, and safety programs in a manufacturing, industrial, laboratory, healthcare, or regulated environment.
- Minimum 2 years of experience conducting EH&S audits, inspections, incident investigations, or regulatory compliance activities.
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Experience delivering or administering workplace safety and compliance training programs.
Preferred:
- Professional certification in environmental, health, or safety disciplines (e.g., Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or equivalent).
- Experience supporting hazardous waste management, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, or workers’ compensation programs.
- Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PAY RANGES:
$69,500 - $110,900 USD Annual
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.
INTRODUCTION
Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.
We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits.
Join a team focused on maintaining safe, compliant, and efficient operations across manufacturing environments. In this role, you will support environmental, health, and safety programs, partner with cross-functional teams, and help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers the opportunity to work independently while contributing to a strong culture of workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Implement and maintain environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) procedures, work instructions, and compliance programs to meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
- Conduct routine EH&S audits, inspections, and incident investigations; document findings, recommend corrective actions, and track resolution of identified risks.
- Deliver and maintain required EH&S training programs, including emergency response, hazardous material handling, and site-specific compliance training.
- Evaluate new and existing manufacturing operations to identify EH&S risks and implement measures that support regulatory compliance and worker safety.
- Coordinate safety committees and multi-shift safety support activities; monitor action items and report compliance, inspection, and incident metrics to management.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 2 years of experience supporting environmental, health, and safety programs in a manufacturing, industrial, laboratory, healthcare, or regulated environment.
- Minimum 2 years of experience conducting EH&S audits, inspections, incident investigations, or regulatory compliance activities.
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Experience delivering or administering workplace safety and compliance training programs.
Preferred:
- Professional certification in environmental, health, or safety disciplines (e.g., Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or equivalent).
- Experience supporting hazardous waste management, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, or workers’ compensation programs.
- Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PAY RANGES:
$69,500 - $110,900 USD Annual
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Environmental Health And Safety
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM OPT designated degree list. EHS roles draw from multiple STEM fields, so environmental science, occupational health, and engineering degrees can all qualify depending on your specific program.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask HR directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you sign anything. EHS roles appear at employers ranging from construction firms to universities, and E-Verify status varies widely across these sectors.
Target industries with high EHS compliance demand
Manufacturing, chemical production, oil and gas, and large hospital systems operate under strict OSHA and EPA mandates, making EHS hiring consistent and sponsorship infrastructure more established than in smaller firms.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified EHS employers
Filter EHS job listings on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment. This saves you from applying to roles where you'd need to verify compliance status manually before every interview.
Align your I-983 training plan to OSHA competencies
Your I-983 must connect your EHS work to your STEM degree's learning outcomes. Frame duties around risk assessment methodologies, industrial hygiene measurements, or regulatory compliance analysis to satisfy DSO and USCIS review.
Reference the O*NET profile during offer negotiations
The O*NET occupation profile for Environmental Health and Safety Specialists outlines core tasks and knowledge requirements. Use it to confirm your offer letter duties align with the role's STEM-qualifying occupational definition before your DSO submits the extension.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Health and Safety role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your underlying degree is in an eligible STEM field such as environmental science, chemical engineering, occupational health, or a related discipline listed on the DHS STEM designated degree program list. The job itself doesn't need to be classified as STEM; your degree must carry a qualifying CIP code. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before applying for the extension.
How do I find EHS employers who are enrolled in E-Verify?
You can search for EHS positions on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by E-Verify enrollment so you aren't guessing about employer eligibility. You can also ask HR departments directly or check E-Verify's public employer search. Enrollment is required before your employer can sign your I-983 training plan, so confirming it early avoids delays after you receive an offer.
What should my I-983 training plan include for an EHS position?
Your I-983 must describe how your EHS duties directly relate to your STEM degree's learning objectives. For EHS roles, this typically means documenting tasks like conducting hazard assessments, analyzing industrial hygiene data, developing safety management systems, or ensuring regulatory compliance. Generic job descriptions aren't sufficient; USCIS and your DSO look for a clear connection between your academic training and day-to-day responsibilities.
Does the STEM OPT cap-gap rule apply if my employer sponsors me for H-1B while I'm in an EHS role?
Yes. If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working in your EHS role during this period without interruption, as long as you remain with the same employer and your status is otherwise maintained.
Can I work for a government agency or nonprofit in an EHS role on STEM OPT?
Yes, but only if that agency or nonprofit is enrolled in E-Verify. Federal agencies are generally required to use E-Verify, but many state agencies, municipalities, and nonprofits are not automatically enrolled. Verify enrollment before accepting any offer. Some federal contractors in EHS fields are also required to participate in E-Verify under federal acquisition regulations, which can work in your favor when targeting those employers.