NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital→
Summer 2026 Undergraduate Internship Program – Environmental Health and Safety
InternshipOn-siteFull-time
Location
NYP/Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Salary
$44k–$44k/yr
Experience
Not specified
Posted
2 months ago
Skills
microsoft officeenvironmental healthoccupational safetyproblem solvingcommunication skills
Job Description
Summary: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is offering a Summer 2026 Undergraduate Internship Program in Environmental Health and Safety. This program provides undergraduate students with hands-on exposure to regulatory compliance inspections, occupational safety initiatives, and risk reduction strategies in a healthcare environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative and operational support to environmental health and occupational safety initiatives, including documentation, project tracking, and compliance activities
- Assist with data analysis, trending, and reporting related to incident management, indoor environmental quality, waste management, and regulatory programs
- Create presentations and reports using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) to support regulatory readiness, safety committee meetings, and program updates
- Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization, including Facilities, Nursing, Infection Prevention, Emergency Management, and others
- Support rounding and assist in identifying potential hazards related to life safety, chemical safety, and environmental controls
- Participate in EHS program assessments and gap analyses
Required Qualifications:
- Must be enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree Program as a rising sophomore or junior
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong problem solving and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Major in Environmental Health and Safety or related program
Required Skills: Microsoft Office
Important Skills: Environmental Health, Occupational Safety
Nice-to-Have Skills: Problem Solving, Communication Skills
Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer
Benefits: Comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life