Intern Safety

The Hagerman Group; Fishers (IN); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hagerman Group in Fishers, IN is seeking a Safety Intern to support project teams by promoting a safe work environment across operations. This role provides hands‑on experience in construction safety management, compliance, and overall project operations, with exposure to field and office settings.

You will assist with safety initiatives, site observations, and training while gaining practical knowledge for a career in the industry.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, occupational safety & health, safety management, risk management or related field.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in commercial construction.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; exposure to construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or CMiC is a plus.
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project safety activities with project teams and members of the safety department.
• Assist with incident investigations, including documentation and follow‑up.
• Facilitate and manage jobsite safety inspections to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Identify potential hazards and help develop practical, effective solutions.
• Deliver safety training sessions as needed to employees and subcontractors.
• Advise individuals, subcontractors, and employees on safe work practices and corrective measures.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in safety processes and provide actionable recommendations.
• Input and verify accuracy of safety records for prequalification efforts to support pursuit of projects.
• Promote and model the company’s safety culture through daily actions and leadership.
• Assist in developing site‑specific safety plans for new and existing projects.
• Travel to project sites as required to support field safety operations.

Skills

Construction safety

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Occupational Safety & Health, Safety Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

CMiC

Job description

Build a Better Future - Starting Here

At Hagerman, we don’t just build buildings - we build communities, careers, and futures. If you’re an experienced Project Manager or Project Executive who wants their work to matter beyond the numbers, we invite you to join our Fishers team, where collaboration, trust, and purpose define how we work every day.

Why Hagerman - and why Fishers

Hagerman has been shaping Indiana communities for more than a century. From schools and healthcare facilities to civic and commercial spaces, our projects are designed to serve people - and we take that responsibility seriously.

Our Fishers team is known for its:

• Strong sense of camaraderie and mutual respect
• Deep roots in the local community
• Genuine pride in building projects that improve lives
• A shared commitment to mentoring, collaboration, and doing the right thing

People join Hagerman for our reputation. They stay for our culture, values, and authentic commitment to building a better future for the communities we serve.

The Safety Intern will support project teams in promoting and maintaining a safe work environment across company operations. This role provides hands‑on experience in both field and office settings, offering exposure to construction safety management, compliance, and overall project operations. Interns will assist with safety initiatives, site observations, and training efforts while gaining practical knowledge of construction practices and building a strong foundation for a career in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate project safety activities with project teams and members of the safety department.
• Assist with incident and near‑miss investigations, including documentation and follow‑up.
• Facilitate and manage jobsite safety inspections to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Identify potential hazards associated with construction work and help develop practical, effective solutions.
• Deliver safety training sessions as needed to employees and subcontractors.
• Advise individuals, subcontractors, and employees on safe work practices and corrective measures.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in safety processes and provide actionable recommendations.
• Input and verify accuracy of safety records for prequalification efforts to support pursuit of potential and ongoing projects.
• Promote and model the company’s safety culture through daily actions, communication, and leadership.
• Assist in the development of site‑specific safety plans for new and existing projects.
• Travel to project sites as required to support field safety operations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management , Civil Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management, Risk Management or related field.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in commercial construction.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; exposure to construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, CMiC ) is a plus.
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time. This position could be assigned to work on a school project in Indiana. Per Indiana law, certain convictions, offenses, or child welfare interactions may disqualify an individual from working in or around a school setting.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.