Construction Safety Internship Summer 2027

The Safety Intern assists in formulating, developing, and coordinating safety and loss control functions. The ideal candidate would be proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite, have strong command of safety equipment, best practices, and regulatory requirements, have the desire to hold employee safety and health above other site concerns, have effective written and verbal communication skills, have the ability to handle customer and employee concerns with efficiency and professionalism, have the ability to present information and lead discussions, have the ability to track and organize safety statistics and forms, have knowledge of the electrical construction trade (preferred), and the ability to operate various types of construction equipment.

Education: Currently enrolled in an approved Safety and Health Program

Travel: 60-75%

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 6 AM and 6 PM, Monday- Friday. Schedule may vary and can include, but is not limited to: nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.

• →Monitors compliance with government regulatory agencies such as OSHA, MSHA, DNR, etc.
• →Collaborates with Safety Department to improve safety and health for the company.
• →Interfaces with customers and general and specialty contractors, as well as trade associations to facilitate best safety practices and compliance and provide an appropriately consistent approach to health, safety, and environmental issues.
• →Actively participates in monthly job site specific ORM discussions and tool box talk meetings, including leading and facilitating discussions.
• →Serves as supplemental contact for onsite safety-related issues or concerns.
• →Completes job site safety audits, identifying unsafe conditions and work practices, and ensures appropriate corrective actions are taken.
• →Provides support to site personnel.
• →Assists in task safety analysis and pre-planning.
• →Assists in training employees in Company general safety practices including, but not limited to: Aerial Lift, Forklift and New Hire Safety Onboarding.
• →Assists in completing, submitting, and tracking forms of written communication including, but not limited to: toolbox talks, safety plans and forms, procedures, and correspondence.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills or abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

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