Toxicology Internship - Summer 2026

Required Qualifications

Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Toxicology, Pharmacology, Environmental Health, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field.

At least one course in human health risk assessment.

Ability to review and interpret scientific literature.

Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $20 - $22 per hour. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Our Health Sciences Practice supports clients across industries by providing scientific expertise in toxicology, exposure assessment, human health risk assessment, chemical safety, and regulatory compliance. As an intern, you will work closely with experienced toxicologists and scientific consultants to support research, analysis, and client deliverables. This internship offers hands-on experience in evaluating chemical hazards, interpreting toxicological data, preparing scientific summaries, and supporting regulatory and risk assessment projects. Your work will include research into potential airborne mycotoxin exposures and associated human health risks and the preparation of a paper to be published. As a result of this internship, you will gain exposure to a wide range of real-world assignments and will collaborate with multidisciplinary experts across the firm.

Job Responsibilities

Assist with reviewing toxicological, pharmacological, and environmental health literature.

Support the evaluation of chemical, biological, or environmental hazards.

Help prepare toxicology summaries, technical reports, and scientific briefing materials.

Contribute to human health risk assessments under supervision.

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high-stakes matters demanding urgent attention, steadfast integrity, proven technical proficiency, clear analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.