Networks EHS Intern

Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor U.S work authorizations for this job position including U.S. immigration filings for initial and/or change of employer paperwork for H-1's, H-1B1's, E-3's, O-1's, and TN's. Ericsson also does not hire F-1's working on CPT or EAD for this position.
Location: Plano, Texas
Duration: 12 Weeks
Start Date: May 25th, 2027
About this opportunity
The EHS Corporate Intern at Ericsson supports Environment, Health & Safety initiatives across network deployment, managed services, and corporate operations. This role contributes to maintaining Ericsson's global commitment to safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance while supporting both office and field-based telecom activities. The role also supports digital EHS initiatives, including development and maintenance of web-based content and internal platforms. Previous EHS experience is not required.
What you will do

• Assist in implementing Ericsson's global EHS management systems and North America compliance programs.
• Support safety audits and inspections for telecom infrastructure projects (e.g., cell sites, small cells, data centers).
• Help monitor contractor and field technician safety performance, including PPE compliance and safe work practices.
• Analyze EHS data (incident reports, near misses, KPIs) and prepare dashboards and reports.
• Participate in incident investigations and contribute to root cause analysis and corrective action tracking.
• Assist with environmental initiatives such as waste management, hazardous material handling, and sustainability reporting.
• Develop and update EHS communications, training materials, and toolbox talks aligned with Ericsson standards.
• Support documentation and compliance with regulations (e.g., OSHA, local/state requirements).
• Assist in creating, updating, and maintaining EHS content on internal websites or intranet platforms (e.g., SharePoint).
• Support organization and optimization of web content to improve usability, accessibility, and user experience.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to publish digital resources such as training pages, guidance documents, and EHS dashboards.

The skills you bring

• Current enrollment in an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree program in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of EHS regulations and standards (e.g., OSHA).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in both office and field environments.
• Interest in telecom/network infrastructure and field operations.
• Familiarity with ISO standards (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Exposure to construction or contractor safety programs.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Familiarity with web content management systems (e.g., SharePoint) or basic HTML/CSS is a plus.
• Curious about AI, open to using or familiar with AI-assisted tools or workflows, and eager to deepen their skills in an AI-augmented environment
• Must have at least a 2.7+ GPA on a 4.0 scale or equivalent

Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply?
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Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
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DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Primary country and city: United States (US) || Plano (Country/ City)
Job details: Environment, Health and Safety Delivery
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.