2026 Summer Intern (Chemical Safety)

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Cepheid, one of Danaher’s 15 operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate, molecular diagnostic systems and tests. As a member of our team, you’ll get to make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development. Our mission drives us to develop groundbreaking solutions for the world’s most complex health challenges. Together, we bring MORE change to the world.

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This position is part of the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team and will be located in Bothell, WA. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions.

The Cepheid Bothell site continues to expand its manufacturing and research capabilities, driving new chemical delivery, solvent storage, and waste management infrastructure projects. While rapid growth has fueled innovation, replacing legacy systems is a priority for process safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient operations.

In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Provide improved risk management for current delivery systems (argon, chemicals, waste), by updating critical Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and for new capital expansion projects, by supporting Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies.
• Apply DBS tools to systematically evaluate potential failure points in existing systems and new designs. Ensure all documentation and risk evaluations are properly archived and integrated into site Quality engineering and EHS systems.
• Together, these deliverables ensure that engineering documentation and risk evaluations at Bothell are accurate, comprehensive, and forward-looking, enabling safe, compliant, and efficient operations in alignment with both Cepheid's Management of Change (MOC) requirements and DBS continuous improvement principles.
  
  

The Essential Requirements Of The Job Include

• Currently enrolled in a Chemistry, Biochemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or closely related program (B.S./M.S.).
• Foundational chemical safety knowledge (e.g., understanding of SDSs, safe handling, labeling) and strong attention to detail in documentation.
• Familiarity with process documentation (P&IDs, as‑built drawings) and basic proficiency with CAD or drawing tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Visio) or a demonstrated willingness to learn quickly.
• Exposure to process risk assessment methods such as HAZOP and FMEA, and an interest in learning/using DBS problem‑solving methods during the internship.
• Comfort working in lab/manufacturing environments with appropriate PPE and following established procedures.
• Strong analytical, organization, and communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; ability to collaborate cross‑functionally (Facilities, Quality, Operations, EHS).
  
  

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Strong stakeholder engagement experience: able to connect with people at all levels, influence cross-functionally, and communicate effectively.
  
  

Project Scope

• Field verification of existing argon, chemical, and waste delivery systems.
• Creation of accurate CAD-based as-built schematic drawings.
• Review and update of P&IDs in collaboration with Facilities, Quality Engineering, and EHS.
• Active participation in HAZOP studies, including documentation of identified risks, safeguards, and recommendations.
• Application of the DBS tools to assess reliability and risk in current and proposed systems.
• Collaboration with project engineers on design packages for solvent and AST projects.
  
  

Out of Scope

• Construction, installation, or commissioning activities.
• Redesign of existing infrastructure outside approved scope.
  
  

Deliverables

• Updated As-Built Drawings: Verified documentation of argon, chemical delivery, and waste systems.
• Revised P&IDs: Accurate and up-to-date diagrams supporting regulatory compliance and safe operations.
• HAZOP Package: Documentation of risks, safeguards, and recommendations from solvent and AST project reviews.
• Report: Systematic evaluation of potential failure modes and risk reduction opportunities using DBS tools.
• Final Presentation & Knowledge Transfer: Executive briefing and detailed documentation package delivered to EHS, Facilities and Quality-Engineering teams, ensuring long-term utility of work products.
  
  

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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