We are a group of professionals who are passionate about making consumer products around the world safer. Founded in 1993, ICPHSO gathers the most influential people in product safety to learn, network, and share information. Our membership is composed of the largest manufacturers in the world, the largest retailers in the world, law firms, global regulators, testing labs, design firms, consultants, consumer advocates, and more. We work together to solve the biggest challenges in product safety, covering 1000s of product categories from children’s toys to furniture to appliances.

Why Attend?

ICPHSO’s Annual Symposium is a great place to learn about a rewarding possible career path, build connections in the consumer products industry, and get a comprehensive crash course into product safety management. The event features expert led sessions on international trends and developments in product health and safety, discussions around best practices, and ample time for networking with the 800+ attendees from a wide range of companies. The mentorship program offers additional opportunities to learn and meet others, helping mentees to achieve their goals for the event.

Who Should Apply?

If you are a junior or senior undergraduate, graduate, advanced degree, JD, PhD, or other impressive letter filled distinction, and have an interest in consumer products, apply! Successful applicants interested in consumer product safety may have backgrounds in the following: product design, engineering, manufacturing, policy, sociology, law, business, supply chain, statistics, logistics, human factors, medicine, epidemiology and more!