Industrial Safety Intern — Build Safer Projects This Summer

Kiewit; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is offering a Safety Internship in multiple US locations for Summer 2027. This hands-on program focuses on learning the Project Safety Program, site safety policies, and regulatory compliance while supporting field teams across North America.

Interns gain exposure to real project environments, develop skills in safety audits, coaching, and incident tracking, and may travel or relocate to project sites as needed. A strong work ethic and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skill
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• Ability to work with all levels in the organization from craft to leadership
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment
• Ability to travel and relocate as required

Responsibilities

• As a Safety Intern, you'll be part of a team implementing and overseeing the Project Safety Program including the development of site safety policies and procedures.
• You'll assist in monitoring the various construction projects activities, ensuring the compliance with pertinent government regulations, state or provincial, client, and company policies and procedures.
• You'll assist in establishing and monitoring safe working conditions for our most valuable assets - our people.
• You'll provide corrective action recommendations and assist in implementing metrics for tracking and reporting on performance issues when needed.
• Safety Interns will review project work plans for accuracy in conformance with all standards and assist in safety program audits, coaching and regular onsite training.
• You must have the ability to carry out duties in varying work environments including wide-ranging weather conditions and terrain with the ability to travel and/or relocate as required for projects.

Skills

Occupational Health

OSHA knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Independence and teamwork

Construction safety

Travel willingness

Education

Pursuing degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kiewit is offering a Safety Internship in multiple US locations for Summer 2027. This hands-on program focuses on learning the Project Safety Program, site safety policies, and regulatory compliance while supporting field teams across North America.

Interns gain exposure to real project environments, develop skills in safety audits, coaching, and incident tracking, and may travel or relocate to project sites as needed. A strong work ethic and teamwork are essential.