Intern, Global Environmental, Health & Safety
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Job Location:
Durham County, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 23 - 27
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the Role:
This application is for a 12-week internship role from June - August 2026. Resume review begins in February 2026.
The Global Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support strategic initiatives that advance Biogens global EHS programs and sustainability goals. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to enterprise-level EHS systems global compliance frameworks and programs that shape Biogens proactive safety culture across all regions and functions. You will work directly with global EHS leaders on projects that strengthen governance enable data-driven decision-making and support continuous improvement across our worldwide operations. This internship is ideal for students interested in EHS sustainability environmental science life sciences public health or related fields.
What Youll Do:
The EHS Intern will assist with implementation improvement and monitoring of global EHS programs and strategic initiatives. Responsibilities may include:
Risk Management & Governance
- Support global risk assessments and harmonization of standards across regions.
- Assist in updating global EHS standards procedures and guidance documents.
- Contribute to initiatives related to ISO certification and global compliance alignment.
Occupational Hygiene
- Assist in the development and management of Biogen asset SDS.
- Support the development of occupational exposure bands/occupational exposure limits for Biogen assets.
- Assist with development of processes and procedures to manage occupational exposures.
Occupational Safety
- Assist in the updating of global standards procedures and support documents.
- Participate in global safety culture programs and recognition initiatives.
- Significant Injury and Fatality Prevention Program
- Support the development and maintenance of Biogens SIF prevention program.
- Assist in the development of program documents and training materials.
Data Analytics & Systems
- Assist with data entry and analysis in enterprise systems (myEHS Veeva 3E).
- Contribute to trend analysis and root cause investigations for global incidents and observations.
General Support
- Join global EHS meetings workshops and governance forums.
- Provide operational and administrative support for strategic projects.
- Other duties as assigned based on global priorities and intern strengths.
Who You Are:
Required
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Solid communication skills and comfort working with diverse global teams.
- Interest in global EHS programs and continuous improvement.
Preferred
- Familiarity with international EHS standards (ISO 14001/45001) OSHA EPA or similar frameworks.
- Experience with data tools (Excel PowerPoint SharePoint dashboards).
- Creative skills for developing communications and training materials a plus.
To participate in the Biogen Internship or Co-op Program students must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date.
- Currently enrolled in an accredited community college college university or skills program/apprenticeship.
Education Requirements
Current enrollment in a degree program in Environmental Science Environmental Engineering Industrial Engineering Occupational Safety & Health Public Health Biology Chemistry Sustainability or a related field.
Additional Information
The actual hourly wage offered will consider the candidates current academic level and degree candidacy inclusive of Associate Bachelors Masters JD MD PhD and MBA programs. It will comply with state or local minimum wage requirements specific to the job location.
In addition to compensation Biogen offers a range of benefits designed to support our educational employees including but not limited to:
- Company paid holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Employee Resource Groups participation
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Why Biogen
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning growth and expanding their skills. Above all we work together to deliver life-changing medicines with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds cultures and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired.Read onto learn more about our DE&I efforts.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status race color national origin ancestry ethnicity religion age veteran status disability genetic information or any other basis protected by federal state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
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Founded in 1978, Biogen is a leading biotechnology company that pioneers innovative science to deliver new medicines to transform patients lives and to create value for shareholders and our communities. We apply deep understanding of human biology and leverage different modalities, ... View more
