Health & safety internship

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is an international biomedical research institute of excellence, based in Barcelona, Spain, with more than 400 scientists from 44 countries. The CRG is composed by an interdisciplinary, motivated and creative scientific team which is supported both by a flexible and efficient administration and by high-end and innovative technologies.As a Health and Safety Intern, you will join the team responsible for promoting a safe and healthy work environment across the center, with a particular focus on supporting the dissemination and communication of health promotion initiatives.You will gain hands‑on experience in key areas such as occupational safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, and applied psychosociology.Internship Activities- Support the dissemination of CRG Health Promotion activities through internal communication channels (e.G., campaigns, announcements, and newsletters).- Support the planning, rollout, and follow-up of health promotion campaigns by tracking participation and collecting feedback to improve future initiatives.- Support in identifying and assessing occupational risks related to the center’s activities, applying current regulations and internal standards.- Assist in conducting measurements and evaluations of physical, chemical, and biological agents.- Contribute to proposing and implementing preventive and corrective measures.- Help develop and deliver training and awareness materials for staff.- Participate in the management of chemical substances and preparations.- Collect and analyze data on workplace accidents and incidents.- Monitor the condition and correct use of collective and personal protective equipment (PPE).- Collaborate in drafting procedures and maintaining documentation to support continuous improvement of the management system.- Work closely with the Occupational Health department.- Take part in emergency preparedness and self‑protection activities.This internship offers a great opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a real‑world setting and to develop professional skills in workplace health and safety management.Qualifications and ExperienceProfessional experience- Motivation to learn- Interest in technological training and skills development- Fluency in EnglishDesirable but not required / Nice to have- Knowledge in scientific environment- Knowledge in chemical or healthcare fieldEducation and training- Students currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Occupational Risk Prevention Management (specializing in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, and Applied Psychosociology) or in Public Health and Occupational HealthLanguages- Proficiency in Spanish, Catalan, and EnglishTechnical skills- Advanced MS Office skills- Knowledge of Safety Legislation/Regulations- Understanding of safety data or technical reports- Analytical skillsCompetences- Highly developed organizational skills- Communicating effectively in writing, oral expression and oral comprehension- Ability to work independently as well as be part of a teamThe Offer – Working Conditions- Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scalesWe offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.#J-18808-Ljbffr