Safety Intern

The Boldt Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boldt Company is seeking a Safety Intern who will gain hands-on experience supporting safety initiatives across active construction projects while working with experienced safety professionals and field teams.

You will help implement safety programs, conduct site audits, assist with incident investigations, and contribute to training and awareness efforts that promote a strong culture of safety.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university as a junior or senior.
• Preferred majors: Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering.
• Demonstrated academic achievement and leadership is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support safety initiatives across active construction projects.
• Assist with safety program implementation and monitoring.
• Conduct site audits and inspections.
• Assist with incident investigations and training delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Undergraduate student (Junior/Senior)

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Job Title: Safety Intern
Location: Traveling - Project Site to be determined closer to start date
Company: The Boldt Company
Anticipated Hourly Range: $21 to $25 per hour

As a Safety Intern, you'll gain hands‑on experience supporting safety initiatives across active construction projects while working alongside experienced safety professionals and field teams. In this role, you will assist with implementing and monitoring safety programs, conducting site audits and inspections, supporting incident investigations, and helping deliver training and awareness efforts that promote a strong culture of safety. You'll collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance with safety standards, identify opportunities for continuous improvement, and contribute to creating safe, healthy, and productive jobsites for everyone.

At Boldt, our internship program is built on meaningful relationships, hands‑on learning, and strong support. You’ll be paired with experienced mentors who are invested in your growth, while also collaborating with fellow interns across the country—building connections that extend beyond your project. From day one, you’ll contribute to real work and gain experience you’ll be proud to showcase on your resume. We create an environment where you feel welcomed, supported, and part of the team, helping you build both skills and relationships that set the foundation for your career.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $21 to $25 per hour. This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job‑related factors permitted by law.

We Are Boldt

• Our People: We create opportunities for growth, fulfillment, and reaching full potential.
• Our Customers: We exceed expectations through advocacy, problem‑solving, and collaboration.
• Our Partners: We collaborate with trust and respect to drive innovation and shared success.
• Our Communities: We give back with our time, talents, and resources, elevating dignity and doing good

Why You’ll Love Working at Boldt

• Employee Owned: Your work fuels our success and your future
• Purpose‑Driven: ESG‑focused work aligned with strong values
• Better Together: Teamwork, trust, and shared accountability
• Safety First: Everyone home safe every day
• Career Growth: Real development through mentorship and hands‑on learning
• High‑Impact Projects: Complex industrial work that matters
• Lead & Mentor: Learn today, lead tomorrow
• Rich Culture: What started as a carpentry shop has grown into a multi‑million‑dollar company built on relationships and craftsmanship
• High Performance: By people, strengthened through AI and technology that enhance collaboration, transparency, and results.

At Boldt, high performance starts with strong relationships. We believe the best projects are delivered by teams that trust each other, communicate openly, and take ownership from the field to the office. Our culture blends accountability with support; where learning, mentorship, and collaboration, power results. You won’t just contribute to projects that matter; you’ll grow alongside people who are investing in your success.

What You Bring

• Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university as a Junior or Senior in an undergraduate program. Preferred majors/concentrations in Occupational Safety and Health, Occupational Safety Management, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related fields
• Passion and desire to work in the construction industry
• Strong communication skills, including a willingness and comfortability to create and maintain relationships by means of cold and warm phone calls.
• Goal oriented, with a focus on personal development
• Evidence of high academic achievement with current or prior elected leadership experience preferred. Passion and desire to work in the construction industry.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and ability to work optimally with minimum supervision.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future

Nice to Have

• Prior work experience, internship preferred but not required.

Preference may be given to candidates who have engaged with Boldt through career fairs, networking events, classroom presentations, or other campus recruiting activities.

The Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldt approved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including agencies with an active agreement—unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.

EEOC

The Boldt Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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