Hands-On Construction Safety Intern

Hensel Phelps; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off beginning upon hire

Job summary

Hensel Phelps is seeking a Safety Intern to gain hands-on understanding of the construction process while supporting the Safety Manager and project team on a live site.

This internship helps evaluate fit for a long-term career, and you will assist with planning, monitoring activities, safety orientation, audits, and inspections, while learning the company's Health & Safety Program on large projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a 4-year degree in Occupational Safety & Health (preferred).
• Strong communication skills.
• Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel based templates, Primavera, and AutoDesk Suite.

Responsibilities

• Gain knowledge of the company Safety & Health Program.
• Learn applicable safety regulations as well as ways for effective company implementation.
• Become familiar with the construction process.
• Assist the Project Superintendent in site-specific safety orientation and other safety trainings.
• Be visible in the field for safety observations.
• Assist in the development and review of Activity Hazard Analyses.
• Assist the project team in conducting project safety audits.
• Attend awareness level safety courses and other construction related courses.
• Perform periodic inspections such as fire extinguishers, ladders, first aid kits, etc.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel-based templates

Primavera

AutoDesk Suite

Education

Pursuing a 4-year degree in Occupational Safety & Health

Tools

Primavera

AutoDesk Suite

Job description

Hensel Phelps is seeking a Safety Intern to gain hands-on understanding of the construction process while supporting the Safety Manager and project team on a live site.

This internship helps evaluate fit for a long-term career, and you will assist with planning, monitoring activities, safety orientation, audits, and inspections, while learning the company's Health & Safety Program on large projects.