Environmental/Safety/Sustainability Co-op/Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

This job description reflects potential openings for the Summer 2027 Co-op/Internship Session (May–August). Honda offers both single and multi-semester co-ops and internships. College students must apply to the requisition pertaining to their major and semester of interest.

Work environments and projects

Work environments and projects may include but are not limited to:

• Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) and Manufacturing Safety Support
  • Safety compliance activities related to OSHA, NFPA, and ANSI regulatory requirements
  • Conduct confined space evaluations, maintain confined space inventories, and support safety audits
  • Assist with hazard identification and mitigation efforts, including arc flash, fall hazard, and ergonomic analyses
  • Support safety compliance implementation, data tracking, and auditing activities
  • Assist with plant safety programs, including respiratory protection, PPE, lead compliance, hearing conservation, and confined space programs
  • Plan, collect, process, and communicate industrial hygiene samples (air, noise, breathing air)
  • Schedule and track associate respiratory and audiometric testing
  • Support safety training development and program documentation
• Environmental Compliance and Environmental Engineering Support
  • Assist with air compliance testing and Title V Air Permit updates
  • Prepare and submit Hazardous Chemical Inventory reports for state and EPA agencies
  • Track chemical usage, hazardous waste generation, and waste samples/profiles
  • Organize and maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) documentation
  • Support ISO documentation evaluation, updates, and compliance activities
  • Complete and submit State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) reports and provide improvement recommendations
  • Assist with ergonomic evaluations and documentation in tracking systems
  • Support evaluations of new model processes and equipment to minimize environmental and ergonomic risks
  • Support special projects, including new model launches and process modifications
• Sustainability & Carbon Neutral Initiatives
  • Support the development and implementation of carbon accounting and carbon footprint reduction strategies
  • Assist with lifecycle assessments (LCA) to evaluate environmental impacts of products and services
  • Research current and emerging carbon‑neutral technologies and sustainability best practices
  • Support sustainability data analysis and reporting to inform environmental strategy
• Resource Circularity and Sustainable Manufacturing
  • Support circular economic initiatives such as recycling programs and material repurposing efforts
  • Research sustainable materials management and waste reduction practices
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve resource efficiency and sustainability in manufacturing processes

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• General Coursework Minimum 2.5 Cumulative GPA or higher (transcript required)
• Class status: Sophomore (by credit hour) or above
• Availability to work a minimum of 10 weeks at 40 hours per week
• Enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program studying Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License (exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis)
• Ability to secure own transportation to and from work each day

Position Locations

• Marysville, Ohio
• East Liberty, Ohio
• Russells Point, Ohio
• Greensburg, Indiana
• Lincoln, Alabama
• Greensboro, North Carolina
• Torrance, California

Benefits

• Housing Accommodations: Shared-cost housing or a housing stipend based on location
• Honda Business Resource Groups: Associate-led networking, professional development, and community engagement
• Performance Feedback: Informal and formal feedback, mid-term and final evaluations
• Mentorship: Department mentor assigned to each co-op/intern
• On-site Wellness Center: Access to gyms with cardio equipment, weights, basketball courts, pools, dietitians, personal trainers, and group fitness classes
• Paid overtime: 1.5× hourly rate for any overtime worked
• Consideration for full-time employment: Program serves as a talent pipeline for full-time roles

Pay

Hourly wage range: $23.35–$35.22. Pay is based on geographic location, work experience, education, and other variables.