Construction Safety Co-op: Hands-On Field Learning

Kokosing; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking a Safety Co-op to support project teams across our operating geography, including Indiana and nearby states. You will gain hands-on experience promoting and maintaining a safe work environment while learning regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, and incident prevention.

The ideal candidate is pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in occupational safety or related fields, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a culture where every employee goes home safely each

Qualifications

• Pursuing an associates or bachelor's degree in one of the listed safety/engineering fields.
• All student levels eligible (freshman to senior).
• Experience in construction, manufacturing, or safety is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Safety Specialists and project teams with implementing safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in project safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning discussions.
• Conduct jobsite walkthroughs to identify hazards and improvement opportunities.
• Document safety inspections, observations, audits, and corrective actions.
• Support development and maintenance of project safety plans and training records.
• Prepare and distribute safety communications and project updates.
• Observe field operations and learn safety applications in construction or plant facilities.
• Assist with incident reporting and root-cause analysis processes.
• Support onboarding activities related to safety requirements and expectations.
• Collaborate with project staff to promote a positive safety culture.
• Maintain records and assist data collection on safety performance.

Skills

Safety principles

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Initiative & adaptability

Microsoft Office

Education

Occupational Safety and Health

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Environmental Health and Safety

Industrial Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kokosing is seeking a Safety Co-op to support project teams across our operating geography, including Indiana and nearby states. You will gain hands-on experience promoting and maintaining a safe work environment while learning regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, and incident prevention.

The ideal candidate is pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in occupational safety or related fields, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a culture where every employee goes home safely each