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HSE Process Excellence 2026 Summer-Fall Co-op
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Here, you can navigate paths across science, digital, manufacturing, and business – following your curiosity, growing your expertise, and building skills for tomorrow. With AI-powered tools, world-class learning, and a culture rooted in collaboration, we give you the opportunity to develop your expertise and transform our future.
Job Title: HSE Process Excellence 2026 Summer-Fall Co-op
Location: Framingham, MA
About the Job
Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster.
The HSE Intern/Co-op will support the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) team in driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety performance, reduce risk, and promote a strong safety culture across the site. This role sits at the intersection of HSE and Process Excellence, providing hands-on experience with operational improvement tools, training development, data analytics, and field-based safety initiatives.
About Sanofi:
We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.
Main Responsibilities
Support the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of HSE programs, policies, and standards.
Assist with incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and development of corrective/preventive actions.
Conduct safety observations, risk assessments, and workplace inspections alongside HSE professionals.
Participate in HSE champion meetings; assist in preparing materials and tracking action items.
Help develop and deliver safety training content, toolbox talks, and awareness materials.
Maintain HSE documentation, records, and dashboards to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.
Process Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Support process mapping, gap assessments, and workflow optimization within HSE activities.
Contribute to Lean/Six Sigma–style initiatives, including development of standard work and visual management tools specific to HSE.
Collect, analyze, and present HSE performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Assist in the creation or enhancement of digital tools, templates, and standardized processes for the HSE team.
Partner with cross-functional groups (Operations, Quality, Facilities, etc.) to align HSE improvement projects with broader site objectives.
Engagement & Communication
Help design communication materials to promote safety culture (posters, newsletters, campaigns, etc.).
Participate in safety-related events, audits, and engagement activities.
Support new program rollouts through data collection, document updates, and stakeholder coordination.
About You
Basic Qualifications
Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in health and safety, Environment, Engineering, or related field at an accredited college or university with the expectation that you will complete your current degree by the Spring of at 2029
Must be able to relocate to the office location and work 40hrs/week, Monday-Friday, for the full duration of the co-op/internship
Must be enrolled in school the semester throughout the full duration of your internship/co-op with Sanofi
Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship
What You Will Gain
Hands-on experience in real-world HSE program management and safety performance improvement.
Exposure to Lean and Process Excellence methodologies applied in an operational environment.
Opportunity to influence safety culture and participate in meaningful improvement projects.
Mentorship from experienced HSE and Process Excellence professionals.
Experience working cross-functionally in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
Why Choose Us:
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and research methodologies.
Networking opportunities within Sanofi and the broader biotech community.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
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"We’re transforming Early Careers at Sanofi — with a clear mission to empower the next generation of healthcare leaders with the skills of tomorrow. Here, you’ll find bold and meaningful experiences that fuel your growth, ignite your potential, and enable you to make an impact from day one."
Andrew Sharp
Global Head of Early Careers
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