Construction Safety Internship Summer 2027

Faith Technologies; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Merit-based growth

Benefits package

Job summary

Faith Technologies in Opelika, AL seeks a Safety Intern to assist in formulating, developing, and coordinating safety and loss control functions. The ideal candidate is proficient with a PC and MS Office, understands safety equipment and regulatory requirements, and can communicate effectively while handling concerns with professionalism.

Travel is 60-75% and schedule flexibility is required. Responsibilities include conducting safety audits, leading toolbox talks, and assisting with training

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an approved Safety and Health Program.
• Travel: 60-75%
• Work schedule includes hours 6 AM–6 PM, Monday–Friday; may include nights, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Monitors compliance with OSHA, MSHA, DNR, etc.
• Collaborates with Safety Department to improve safety and health.
• Interfaces with customers and contractors to promote safety practices.
• Leads monthly ORM discussions and toolbox talks.

Skills

PC proficiency

MS Office

Safety equipment

Regulatory requirements

Communication skills

Lead discussions

Safety statistics

Construction equipment

Electrical trade

Education

Safety program enrollment

Job description

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care .

TheSafety Internassists in formulating, developing, and coordinating safety and loss control functions. The ideal candidate would beproficient 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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?

If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future.

Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

Benefits are the Game-Changer

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI,

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test