2025 EHS Business Operations Intern

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring an Undergraduate or Graduate-level EHS Business Operations Intern.

The Environmental Health and Safety Department is seeking an Intern for the opportunity to work with us to assist in ensuring the health and safety of our employees and regulatory compliance.

Work Model

This position will be located 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Occupational Safety and Health

  • Assist with general safety programs (i.e., confined space, electrical safety, fall protection, LOTO, PPE, etc.) and OSHA compliance tasks.

  • Assist with management of data and records associated with general safety programs and regulatory compliance.

  • Conduct research into applicable regulations and requirements for general safety programs.

• Emergency Management

  • Assist with the monthly inspection of emergency management supplies and equipment.

  • Assist in evacuation drills and planning.

  • Assist with management of data and records associated with emergency management.

  • Conduct research into applicable regulations and requirements for emergency management.

• Fire Life Safety

  • Assist in monthly inspection of fire life safety equipment.

  • Observe and assist in the inspection of the fire life system.

• Laboratory Safety

  • Assist with the management of the Right to Know posters as part of the Hazard Communication Program.

  • Observe and assist in the mandatory laboratory training program.

  • Assist with the management of the chemical inventory and safety data sheet.

  • Assist with the management and collection of hazardous waste.

  • Observe and assist in the evaluation of hazardous laboratory experiments.

  • Conduct research into applicable regulations and requirements for laboratory safety.

• Environmental

  • Assist with environmental compliance program tasks.

  • Assist with management of data and records associated with environmental compliance program.

  • Conduct research into applicable regulations and requirements for environmental compliance.

• Industrial Hygiene

  • Observe and assist with indoor air quality assessment.

  • Observe and assist with the personnel exposure monitoring.

  • Assist in management of inspection and monitoring data.

• Health Service/COVID Response

  • Assist with health service program and COVID response tasks.

  • Assist with management of data and records associated with health service program.

  • Conduct research into applicable regulations and requirements in public health on a local, state, and federal level.

• Ergonomics Evaluations

  • Observe and assist in office ergonomics evaluations.

  • Assist in the completion evaluation forms and other administrative duties.

• Training and mentorship will be provided 

What Corporate Skills You’ll Bring 

• Strong written and oral communication skills. 

• Must work well in a team environment. 

• Possess organizational, time management and project management skills. 

• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need. 

• Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations. 

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements: 

• Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, Public Health, Health Science or related discipline.

• Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship.

• Sophomore class standing completed by internship start date.

• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). 

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to EHS.

• Completed a minimum of two coursework in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, health science, environmental compliance, or other EHS related coursework.

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. 

• Transcripts required. 

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: 

• GPA of 3.5 or higher. 

• Active security clearance. 

• Active Safety Certifications.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. 

(Min - Max)

$21.00 - $37.00

Pay Basis: Hourly

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change   
• Engage with Impact   
• Foster Innovation   
• Deliver Results  

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

• Flexible spending accounts

• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

• Relocation assistance

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

• Education assistance programs

• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.