Safety Intern: Field Compliance & Training

granite; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Granite Construction Incorporated is seeking a college intern to assist in administering the accident prevention program at an assigned location in Illinois. You will help ensure safety policies are followed, participate in inspections, and support safety meetings and trainings.

The role requires pursuing a Bachelor's in Safety or Occupational Health, strong communication skills, ability to mentor others, and willingness to travel. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Currently attending Bachelor’s degree program
• Field of Study: Safety or Occupational Health undergraduate program
• Bilingual English/Spanish (Preferred but not required)

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering the accident prevention program.
• Assist in development and implementation of safety-related programs.
• Perform and document jobsite inspections and audits for hazard recognition.
• Assist in safety meetings and training programs.
• Participate in regulatory agency inspections and investigations.
• Assist in developing and reviewing job hazard analyses.
• Assist in investigations and maintenance of injury/claims records.
• Coordinate follow-up with insurance regarding claims.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Work under pressure

Travel readiness

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree student

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Granite Construction Incorporated is seeking a college intern to assist in administering the accident prevention program at an assigned location in Illinois. You will help ensure safety policies are followed, participate in inspections, and support safety meetings and trainings.

The role requires pursuing a Bachelor's in Safety or Occupational Health, strong communication skills, ability to mentor others, and willingness to travel. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred but not required.