Field Safety Co-op: Hands-On Construction Safety

Kokosing, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. is seeking a Safety Co-op to gain hands-on experience supporting project teams in promoting and maintaining a safe work environment.

You will work alongside safety professionals and leaders on construction sites, with exposure to safety practices, regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, and incident prevention. The role develops career growth in construction safety, emphasizing a culture where every employee goes home safely each day.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an associates or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• All levels of students are eligible (freshman to senior).
• Safety-related experience beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Safety Specialists and project teams with safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in project safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning.
• 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.
• Assist with incident reporting and investigations while learning root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with project teams to promote a positive safety culture.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Environmental Health and Safety

Industrial Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kokosing, Inc. is seeking a Safety Co-op to gain hands-on experience supporting project teams in promoting and maintaining a safe work environment.

You will work alongside safety professionals and leaders on construction sites, with exposure to safety practices, regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, and incident prevention. The role develops career growth in construction safety, emphasizing a culture where every employee goes home safely each day.