Safety Intern- Summer 2027

Nucor Corporation; Brandenburg (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nucor Steel Brandenburg is offering a Safety Intern role in Brandenburg, KY. You will support the Safety team with inspections, audits, and documentation while learning industrial safety practices and AI-enabled safety projects.

The internship emphasizes safety as a core value and provides hands-on experience in hazard identification, data analysis, and safety program support within a large manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety, Engineering, Industrial Technology, Data Analytics, or related field.
• Strong interest in industrial/manufacturing safety and emerging safety technologies.
• Basic understanding of safety principles and regulatory standards (OSHA knowledge preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with data analysis tools is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, Nucor Steel Brandenburg will not sponsor the need for a visa now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safety inspections, audits, and risk mitigation.
• Support root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking.
• Help update and maintain safety procedures, training materials, and documentation.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and team mate engagement activities.
• Analyze safety data and trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support implementation and evaluation of proximity detection systems to enhance mobile equipment and pedestrian safety.
• Assist with AI-related safety initiatives, including evaluating technology applications that improve hazard recognition, monitoring, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and leadership to promote a strong safety culture.

Skills

Safety fundamentals

Data analytics

Microsoft Office

Education

Pursuing degree in Occupational Safety/Engineering/Industrial Technology/Data Analytics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

Job Details

Division: Nucor Steel Brandenburg Location: Brandenburg, KY, United States Other Available Locations: N/A

Located on the banks of the Ohio River, Nucor Steel Brandenburg is a state-of-the-art plate mill, part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, and the continent's largest recycler. Since beginning operations in 2022, our Brandenburg mill has been producing world-class plate steel using innovative and sustainable technology.

At Brandenburg, we combine Nucor's nationwide strength and stability with the close-knit culture of a growing team. Safety is our highest priority, and our culture of teamwork and accountability empowers every teammate to contribute, innovate, and succeed. We take pride in not only building steel, but also building strong communities and lasting careers.

Basic Job Functions

The Safety Intern will support the Safety team in promoting and maintaining a safe work environment within NSBB. This role provides hands-on experience in industrial safety practices, hazard identification, and safety technology initiatives, while assisting with daily safety operations and special projects. Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with safety inspections, audits, and risk mitigation
• Support root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking
• Help update and maintain safety procedures, training materials, and documentation
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and team mate engagement activities
• Analyze safety data and trends to identify improvement opportunities
• Support implementation and evaluation of proximity detection systems to enhance mobile equipment and pedestrian safety
• Assist with AI-related safety initiatives, including evaluating technology applications that improve hazard recognition, monitoring, and risk mitigation
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and leadership to promote a strong safety culture

This internship provides practical experience in manufacturing safety while contributing to innovative projects that leverage AI and proximity detection technology to improve workplace safety.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety, Engineering, Industrial Technology, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Strong interest in industrial/manufacturing safety and emerging safety technologies
• Basic understanding of safety principles and regulatory standards (OSHA knowledge preferred)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with data analysis tools is a plus
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, Nucor Steel Brandenburg will not sponsor the need for a visa now or in the future

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace

Nearest Major Market

Louisville