Safety Engineering Intern - Spring 2027

Mortenson Construction; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is offering a spring internship designed to give hands-on experience on active job sites. Interns join project teams, interact with subcontractors, and support daily safety and operational activities across multiple industries including Renewable Energy, Commercial, and Data Center projects.

The program runs January–April 2027, with placement aligned to interests. Interns gain exposure to professional development opportunities, problem solving, and meaningful work

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or related field.
• Willing to relocate and have a valid driver's license.
• Comfortable with exposure to dirt, heat, noise, dust, and trailer-office environment.
• Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn from Mortenson's safety program and apply it on site.
• Support on-site safety operations and daily safety audits.
• Assist in incident investigations and analysis.
• Participate in orientation for new team members and on-site training.

Skills

Safety

Mobility

Communication

Leadership

Education

Undergraduate degree in Safety/Occupational Health or related field

Job description

Join a team that's passionate about building inspiring spaces and pushing the industry forward in smarter, more innovative ways. As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. At Mortenson, we're grounded in offering meaningful work, real career growth, and a collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions matter.

We're looking for motivated, adaptable individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working with a diverse range of people. If you're proactive, curious, and ready to make an impact while growing your career, check out our opportunities!

As an intern, you'll get hands‑on experience right away, working alongside project teams, subcontractors, and partners to keep things moving on site. You'll help solve real problems, stay organized, communicate across teams, and make an impact from day one while building the foundation for your career.

Responsibilities

Learn from the best. Potential job functions based on internship type may include:

• Championing Mortenson's zero injury safety requirements
• Participate in Daily Safety Audits
• Coordinate and participate in worker observations
• Support the onsite new team member Orientation process
• Host daily stretch & bend
• Provide support to the field as a technical resource from OSHA, ZIPTM, MSDS, Event Management and more
• Assist in incident investigation and analysis
• Complete and aid in training of our onsite safety program
• Collaborate on ways to continue to advance our industry leading safety program

Program Overview:

Our spring intern program (January - April 2027) is designed to give you real, hands‑on experience from day one, working on meaningful projects that directly impact the business. You'll gain exposure to innovative work, build professional skills through development opportunities, and be supported by a team that values your growth. Your ideas matter here, and you'll have the chance to contribute, learn, and make a difference while exploring your career path.

Project Assignment:

You will have the opportunity to join our team in one of our many industries, with placement aligned by individual interests and evolving organizational priorities. Project and team placement promote meaningful work, professional growth, and broad exposure to strategic initiatives that drive enterprise impact.

Examples of our industries include but are not limited to:

• Renewable Energy
• Commercial
• Data Center
• Federal Contracting
• Sports and Entertainment

Required Qualifications:

Cultivate your skills in your chosen field of study and build your career with Mortenson. We look forward to hearing from you if you:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate, two or four‑year degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or other related field
• Are willing to be mobile/relocate
• Possess a current driver's license and have access to reliable transportation
• Are comfortable with exposure to dirt, heat, noise, dust, and a trailer office environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have previous related internship experience
• Are currently enrolled as an undergraduate junior
• Have a basic understanding of construction and generally accepted business practices
• Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem‑solving skills and show initiative and leadership
• Showcase a positive and professional attitude and solid customer service skills
• Are detail‑oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple competing priorities

The hourly wage for college Interns starts at $18. Students may be paid higher wages based on their year in school.

Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.