Safety Internship - Summer 2026

SERVICE ELECTRIC CO; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A prominent safety-focused firm is seeking summer interns for their Safety Department in Atlanta, Georgia. This 10-week paid internship allows you to gain hands-on safety experience while learning important industry principles and effective safety management skills. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled or have recently graduated in a related degree, possess strong interpersonal skills, and are willing to travel. The role involves supporting safety program development, conducting training, and participating in risk assessments. Equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be willing to travel to multiple job sites.
• Humble and willing to perform tasks that others might consider beneath them.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and implementation of safety programs.
• Coordinate and facilitate safety training.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain documentation.
• Help develop controls for identified hazards.
• Maintain safety documentation and participate in investigations.
• Perform analysis of safety statistics.

Skills

Basic oral and written communication skills

Familiarity with common software (word processing, spreadsheets)

Self-starter with time management skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Flexibility and positive attitude

Education

Currently enrolled or recently graduated in a related degree

Job description

Service Electric Company is seeking summer Interns for our Safety Department. The Safety Internship will be a 10-week paid Summer Internship Program and will be run through Quanta Services.

What You’ll Do

The Safety Internship allows you the ability to gain hands‑on safety experience. In this position, you will learn the basic principles of the industry and its applicable safety requirements, skills of effective safety management, and communication and relationship building behaviors with the goal of becoming a Safety Coordinator at one of our Operating Companies.

ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS/DUTIES:

• Assist with development, implementation, and updating of required written safety, health, and environmental programs and plans.
• Coordinate, plan, and facilitate safety, health, and environmental training.
• Conduct risk assessments, maintain documentation, and review as needed
• Help develop controls for identified hazards and coordinate the implementation of controls from result of hazard analysis
• Maintain safety documentation including written programs, SDS’s, audits, training, incidents, and many others.
• Review incident investigation reports and participate in the incident investigation process as needed.
• Perform analysis and trending of safety statistics and metrics to proactively monitor safety performance.
• Plans, schedules, and executes other safety related projects.

What You’ll Bring

• Currently enrolled (or recently graduated) pursuing related degree
• Must be willing to travel to multiple job sites
• Humble; willing to do tasks that others might consider beneath them
• Hungry to be developed and passion to develop others
• Basic oral and written communication skills
• Familiarity with common word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, project management, e‑mail software
• Self‑starter with the ability to manage his / her time and resources
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building ability
• Ability to be flexible and maintain a positive attitude
• Determined and trustworthy
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States to be eligible for this position. Individuals with temporary visas (including, but not limited to E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J, or TN) or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

What You’ll Get

Interns will be based out of one of our offices listed below, but will travel throughout the summer working at jobsites.

• Georgia: Atlanta
• Florida: Leesburg/Orlando
• Indiana: Indianapolis
• Tennessee: Chattanooga
• West Virginia: Dunbar/Charleston

Note: Exact placement will depend on project needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.