Safety Intern: Field Construction & Compliance

Kiewit; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit invites motivated students to join our Safety Internship and gain hands‑on experience supporting the Project Safety Program across North America. You will help develop site safety policies, review work plans for conformance, and support safety audits while learning to implement metrics and coaching for on‑site teams.

The internship emphasizes learning about safety regulations and guidelines, with opportunities to relocate for various project sites and build a strong foundation in

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study.
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements. preferred
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• Ability to work with all levels in the organization from craft to leadership
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide‑ranging climates and environment
• The ability to travel and relocate as required

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and overseeing the Project Safety Program including the development of site safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor construction project activities to ensure compliance with government regulations, state or provincial rules, client and company policies.
• Establish and monitor safe working conditions for personnel and provide corrective action recommendations.
• Assist in safety program audits, coaching and onsite training.
• Carry out duties in varying work environments and travel/relocation as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Work ethic

Team collaboration

Independent work

Willing to travel

Education

Occupational Health and Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kiewit invites motivated students to join our Safety Internship and gain hands‑on experience supporting the Project Safety Program across North America. You will help develop site safety policies, review work plans for conformance, and support safety audits while learning to implement metrics and coaching for on‑site teams.

The internship emphasizes learning about safety regulations and guidelines, with opportunities to relocate for various project sites and build a strong foundation in