Intern, Environmental Health & Safety

The Position

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Intern will support EHS initiatives at Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals by contributing to the development and expansion of a Learning Management System (LMS) and supporting site-wide safety programs. This internship offers hands-on experience working with scientists and laboratory personnel to help mitigate risks associated with new chemicals and processes. The intern will gain practical exposure to training development, compliance activities, and day-to-day EHS operations within a pharmaceutical environment.

This is an 11-week Summer Internship Program paying $21.00 per hour and requires full-time, onsite work five days per week at the designated location.

Responsibilities

• Support the build-out and management of a Learning Management System (LMS), including development of training content and program tracking.
• Work with scientists to help identify and mitigate risks associated with new chemicals or processes.
• Interface existing EHS programs with the LMS to streamline training and recordkeeping for Hazardous Waste, Bloodborne Pathogens, and other site-specific safety programs.
• Conduct weekly and monthly inspections of safety equipment throughout the facility.
• Assist with new hire onboarding and EHS training.
• Manage and maintain EHS compliance documentation.
• Shadow EHS professionals during compliance audits and inspections.
• Present updates and findings in a weekly group setting.
• Interact with laboratory personnel to build practical, hands-on safety experience.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled student at an accredited university or college, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree.
• Strong interest in learning the EHS function within a pharmaceutical company.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated aptitude and enthusiasm for learning new technical skills
• Willingness and ability to spend 75% of the workday walking the facility and 25% at a desk.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

• Academic focus in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Safety, or a related field.
• Interest in laboratory safety, chemical safety, or regulatory compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Enthusiasm for building a career in EHS or safety management.