Health & Safety Intern — Field Safety Programs

Southland Industries; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship/Co-op

Potential full-time opportunities

Paid housing (some locations)

Job summary

Southland Industries offers an internship program in Occupational Health & Safety within the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry. The intern will assist the Safety Manager in enforcing safety procedures and coordinating division safety activities on construction projects.

You will learn to apply OSHA standards, support safety programs, and gain experience working with field staff. The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving in a

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree that aligns with safety and health.
• Working knowledge of construction safety practices and OSHA.
• Ability to understand and communicate OSHA regulations at state/federal/local levels.
• Strong work ethic and proactive attitude.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Safety Manager in enforcing safety procedures on sites.
• Support implementation of safety programs and tailgate meetings.
• Distribute training certification cards and maintain training records.
• Help manage workers’ compensation claim reporting.
• Update MSDS manuals and safety handbooks.
• Contribute to safety manuals and distribution.
• Support safety meetings and maintain attendance records.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Problem solving

OSHA rules

Education

OHS degree in progress

Job description

Southland Industries offers an internship program in Occupational Health & Safety within the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry. The intern will assist the Safety Manager in enforcing safety procedures and coordinating division safety activities on construction projects.

You will learn to apply OSHA standards, support safety programs, and gain experience working with field staff. The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving in a