Safety & Environmental Intern

Job Description Safety & Environmental Intern Job Description Supports the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) team in promoting a safe and compliant workplace within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The intern will assist with safety programs, inspections, training activities, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives while gaining practical experience in occupational health and safety. Key Responsibilities Support routine safety inspections, audits, and workplace observations. Assist with incident investigations and follow-up actions. Help maintain EHS records, metrics, and compliance documentation. Participate in risk assessments and hazard identification activities. Support the delivery of safety training and awareness campaigns. Assist with emergency preparedness activities, including drills and equipment checks. Analyze safety data and prepare reports, presentations, and communications. Contribute to continuous improvement projects related to workplace safety and environmental performance. Education Completing a qualification in related discipline, environmental science, engineering, science or similar. No experience required. Development Opportunities Gain hands-on experience in pharmaceutical EHS operations. Work as part of a team Develop knowledge of environmental, health and safety programs, risk management, and continuous improvement practices. PQ20 Required Skills: Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Earth Science, Emergency Response Preparedness, Environmental Health And Safety, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Management, Environmental Science, Hazard Identification (HAZID), Health Economics, Incident Investigations, Occupational Health and Safety Management, Occupational Safety and Health, Office Applications, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Process Improvements, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Risk Assessments, Safety Training Programs {+ 2 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term) Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/A Job Posting End Date: 09/16/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.