Safety Engineer Intern

Ryan Companies US, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical/Dental/Vision

Retirement Benefits

HSA/FSAs

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Educational Assistance

Paid PTO

Wellness Programs

Parenting Benefits

Employee Discounts

Pet Insurance

Charitable Matching

Volunteer Time

Job summary

Ryan Companies is seeking a Safety Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 at our Atlanta site. This full-time undergraduate internship runs May–August, with duties centered on assisting the Safety Manager and field operations on site projects.

You will help implement the Ryan Safety Program, review safety submittals, provide worker training, and conduct site safety audits while spending most time in the field and some time in the office.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health or related field.
• Within 6 months to 2 years of graduating with a four-year degree in a safety related field.
• Able to work 40 hours a week for a two to three-month term.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Management Team in establishing and implementing Ryan Safety and Site Safety Program.
• Assist Project Management and Superintendent in obtaining and reviewing Subcontractor Safety submittals.
• Ensure that the Ryan Safety Program is kept up to date.
• Review safety procedures with each foreman as required.
• Provide training to the craft workers on safe work procedures.
• Conduct and document site-safety audits/inspections.
• Distribute new and changing safety related information and provide orientation training when necessary.
• Review and monitor subcontractor safety activities.
• Develop a safety culture and rapport with contractors, supervision and crafts-persons.
• Promote employee participation.
• Communicate with all levels of personnel.
• Monitor project safety and identify and implement necessary changes to promote a safe working environment.
• Attend and be part of the industry safety organization such as OSHA, AGC, ASSP, etc.
• Improve safety education and training skills.
• Communicate with client safety personnel, Subcontractor safety personnel, etc.
• Spend 70% to 80% of time spent at the field site; 20% to 30% of time spent in office.

Skills

Field safety

Safety management

Construction safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health or related field

Within 6 months to 2 years of graduating in a safety-related field

Job description

Job Description:

Ryan Companies has exciting opportunities for the Summer 2027 to join our team as a Safety Engineer Intern at our Atlanta site location. This position is available for full-time university undergraduates as a Summer internship from May-August. This is an outstanding opportunity to learn construction-specific safety considerations at Ryan Companies Mission Critical project sites.

The Safety Engineer Intern assists the Safety Manager in the overall implementation of the Ryan Safety Program and serves as a technical resource for field operations. This position works closely with Project Managers and Superintendents in dealing with all Health and Safety issues on site, at the project level.

With more than 88 years in business and 16 offices (and growing!), Ryan offers comprehensive commercial real estate solutions to customers across the US. We bring a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to delivering spaces where people thrive and businesses succeed. Join a company with an outstanding culture and competitive benefits. At Ryan, we don't just build buildings - we build stories.

Some things you can expect to do:

• Assist Project Management Team in establishing and implementing Ryan Safety and Site Safety Program.

• Assist Project Management and Superintendent in obtaining and reviewing Subcontractor Safety submittals.

• Ensure that the Ryan Safety Program is kept up to date.

• Review safety procedures with each foreman as required.

• Provide training to the craft workers on safe work procedures.

• Conduct and document site-safety audits/inspections.

• Distribute new and changing safety related information and provide orientation training when necessary.

• Review and monitor subcontractor safety activities.

• Develop a safety culture and rapport with contractors, supervision and crafts-persons.

• Promote employee participation.

• Communicate with all levels of personnel.

• Monitor project safety and identify and implement necessary changes to promote a safe working environment.

• Attend and be part of the industry safety organization such as OSHA, AGC, ASSP, etc.

• Improve safety education and training skills.

• Communicate with client safety personnel, Subcontractor safety personnel, etc.

• Spend 70% to 80% of time spent at the field site; 20% to 30% of time spent in office.

To be successful in this role, you must be:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health, safety management, construction safety sciences, construction safety management, field and occupational safety (Safety Management, etc.).

• Within 6 months to 2 years of graduating with a four-year degree in a safety related field of study.
• Able to work 40 hours a week for a two to three-month term.

Compensation:

The hourly wage is $20-$25/hour. The hourly rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Eligibility:

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

• Retirement and Savings Benefits

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Educational Assistance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

• Parenting Benefits

• Employee Discount Programs

• Pet insurance

• Ryan Foundation - charitable matching funds

• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.