Construction Safety Intern: Field-Based Learning

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Retirement plans with matching

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Intern to support the Safety department on North American projects. You will learn the Project Safety Program, assist with site safety policies, and help ensure compliance with OSHA requirements.

The role offers hands-on field experience, potential travel, and exposure to construction management practices. The internship emphasizes safety culture, field training, and developing skills across safety programs, audits, and reporting while supporting teams on diverse

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree in health and safety.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements.
• Experience with Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work in team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and overseeing the Project Safety Program.
• Review site work plans for conformance with standards.
• Help monitor construction activities and safety compliance.
• Provide corrective action recommendations and safety audits.
• Travel/relocation to project sites as required.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Intern to support the Safety department on North American projects. You will learn the Project Safety Program, assist with site safety policies, and help ensure compliance with OSHA requirements.

The role offers hands-on field experience, potential travel, and exposure to construction management practices. The internship emphasizes safety culture, field training, and developing skills across safety programs, audits, and reporting while supporting teams on diverse