Safety Intern

Lighthouse Electric Co., Inc.; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Lighthouse Electric Co., Inc. is offering a Safety Intern position in Canonsburg, PA. This 12-week, in-office internship runs Monday–Friday, 6:30 am–3:00 pm, with an emphasis on hands-on safety at active job sites within a 3-hour radius of Pittsburgh.

The role targets individuals enrolled in a four-year program or holding a high school diploma/GED, requiring OSHA knowledge, field leadership support, and strong Microsoft Office skills. Paid internship with interview-based compensation details.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in a four-year institution, two-year technical school, or possess a High School diploma/GED.
• Demonstrate a proactive, open-minded approach, a strong eagerness to learn, contribute ideas, and collaborate effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Support Safety Managers with field leadership and day-to-day duties.
• Conduct daily jobsite visits and inspections.
• Prepare and implement Job Hazard Analysis forms.
• Lead toolbox talks and site-specific safety topics.
• Assist with safety meetings and training sessions.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Site inspections

Job hazard analysis

Toolbox talks

Safety meetings

MS Office

Leadership

Problem solving

Pittsburgh-area visits

Education

High School diploma/GED

Enrolled in four-year program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Lighthouse Electric

At Lighthouse Electric, we power more than buildings - we power opportunity. For decades, we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality electrical construction solutions on complex commercial and industrial projects. Our success is driven by craftsmanship, accountability, and a commitment to doing things the right way - safely, efficiently, and with integrity. We believe great companies are built by great people. That’s why we invest in our team, encourage continuous improvement, and create an environment where professionals can grow, lead, and make a measurable impact. Here, you’re not just another employee - you’re part of a crew that takes pride in powering what’s next.

Why Us

• Stability + Growth – Established company with a strong backlog of major projects
• Impactful Work – Be part of high-profile, large-scale electrical builds
• Empowered Professionals – We trust our experts to lead and innovate
• Team-First Culture – Collaboration, respect, and accountability drive our success
• Strong Benefits Investment – Company-paid health coverage + 401(k) match
• Career Development – We promote from within and value long-term growth

If you want your work to matter - and your expertise to be valued - Lighthouse Electric is where you belong.

Job Description

Lighthouse Electric extends hands-on work experience opportunities to college students and post-high-school individuals through our internship program. Interns will actively engage in real projects within various departments of the company, gaining valuable skills and knowledge in the construction field. A Safety Intern eager to gain hands-on experience and become part of a dedicated team. This 12-week internship will begin at the conclusion of the spring semester. This is a 40-hour per week, Monday through Friday position.

A Safety Intern

The ideal candidate is someone with:

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• The ability to assist Safety Managers Field Leadership with:
• Daily jobsite visits and inspections
• Daily job tasks and compliance in the field
• Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating construction site hazards
• Completing Job Hazard Analysis forms
• Ensuring that weekly Toolbox Talks are performed, and the topics are site-specific
• Conducting safety meetings and safety training on the jobsite
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills
• Ability to analyze and quickly resolve issues
• The ability to visit and walk jobsites within the Pittsburgh area.

Jobsites include those within a 3-hour radius of Pittsburgh

We highly value the internship experience when considering candidates for future roles within our company, aiming to cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Our ideal project scheduler internship candidates should:

• Be enrolled in a four-year institution, two-year technical school, or possess a High School diploma/GED.
• Demonstrate a proactive, open-minded approach, a strong eagerness to learn, contribute ideas, and collaborate effectively within a team.

Duration of Internship & Expected Work Hours

Anticipated Start Date: May 17th, 2027. 8-12 Weeks; Monday-Friday 6:30 am - 3:00 pm Location: Canonsburg Office (In Office Internship/No Remote) This is a paid internship, and compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

Note: Chosen applicant will be subject to a drug screen and background check as a condition of employment.

For more details about our company, please visit our website, LinkedIn page, Facebook page or Vimeo Account.

At Lighthouse Electric, our people are the driving force that powers our success. We’re thinkers and doers, innovators and optimizers, risk-takers and hard conversation-havers. Flexing our differences, we’re able to take on bigger challenges, make bigger strides and find smarter efficiencies. Whether it’s putting tried and true wisdom to work, or reworking how something is done altogether so we can do it better, we find satisfaction in doing what others can’t. We’re a crew that pushes further, works harder and solves smarter. We do whatever it takes to get the job done, to get it done right- and we’re raising the bar while we do it. Real forward movement honors the past. It’s going to take the perspective of more than just a few to define the future. Let’s power the progress the electrical industry needs.