Safety Internship

Steel Dynamics, Inc; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Furnished housing

401(k) company match

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Intern Extravaganza

Competitive pay

Job summary

Steel Dynamics, Inc. invites a Safety Intern to join the New Millennium facility in Salem, VA for Summer 2027. The role focuses on supporting the safety team, assisting with audits, trainings, and program documentation in line with OSHA standards.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance. Located at the Salem site, this internship offers hands-on experience in an industrial setting with housing and internship events, plus

Qualifications

• Pursuing or enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in a safety-related field.
• GPA 2.7 or higher preferred.
• Willingness to conduct safety audits and inspections in an industrial setting.
• Foundational knowledge of OSHA standards and general industry safety regulations.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support safety team with continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen safety culture.
• Participate in training, orientation, safety sessions, and communications.
• Assist in development, implementation, and documentation of safety programs per OSHA standards.
• Conduct safety audits, facility walkthroughs, and Job Safety Analyses; identify hazards.
• Contribute to incident investigations and reporting; assist with corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance records and safety documentation; support audits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on safety projects and SOPs.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing Job Safety Analyses (JSA).
• Support Take Control of Safety Program implementation.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in safety

GPA 2.7+

Safety audits

OSHA knowledge

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Judgment & confidentiality

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety-related major

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What Does Steel Dynamics Do?

Steel Dynamics is a leading industrial metals solutions company that produces lower-carbon, high-quality steel products primarily from recycled scrap. Operating through a circular manufacturing model, the company manufactures a wide range of steel products including flat roll, structural, and long products for industries such as construction, automotive, energy, and manufacturing. In addition to steel production, Steel Dynamics operates metals recycling facilities, steel fabrication plants, and aluminum production operations, serving customers across North America with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability.

New Millennium

What Does Steel Dynamics Do?

Steel Dynamics is a leading industrial metals solutions company that produces lower-carbon, high-quality steel products primarily from recycled scrap. Operating through a circular manufacturing model, the company manufactures a wide range of steel products including flat roll, structural, and long products for industries such as construction, automotive, energy, and manufacturing. In addition to steel production, Steel Dynamics operates metals recycling facilities, steel fabrication plants, and aluminum production operations, serving customers across North America with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability.

What Makes This Internship Different?

Valuing people includes providing a safe and healthy work environment and creating a culture of safety that extends beyond the workplace, into our homes and communities. Safety is, and always will be, our primary focus and core value. We intend for each individual to arrive at the workplace and return home safely each day, without accident or injury. This is achievable when we all work together. It requires commitment from leadership and team members at every level to take ownership and responsibility for their safety and the safety of others. Safety is always at the fore of our decision-making. We are committed to achieving world-class safety performance throughout all our businesses. This commitment is foundational and integral to our culture. Working as one team, we will achieve it.

Internship Location

This internship is located at the New Millennium facility in Salem, VA, in the Safety Department. This internship will take place during the Summer 2027 term.

Internship Benefits

• Furnished Housing Free of Cost
  • Provided for interns living more than 50 miles from their work site, including essential furnishings to ensure a comfortable stay during the internship.
• 401(k) & Company Match
  • Eligibility to participate in the company 401(k) plan with a 10-50% company match that vests immediately.
• Employee Discounts
  • Access to discounts on hotels, vehicles, and other goods and services through Steel Dynamics' nationwide partner network.
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Up to five free visits per issue, per year for counseling, legal advice, financial guidance, and other daily living resources.
• Intern Extravaganza
  • A two-day event at company headquarters featuring facility tours, networking with company leaders, cultural immersion, and connecting with other interns from across the country.
• Competitive Pay
  • Competitive hourly wages for all internship positions, rewarding the value interns bring to the company.

What Are My Responsibilities as a Safety Intern at New Millennium?

• Support the facility's safety team by assisting with continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen safety culture and reduce risk.
• Participate in employee training and safety events, including new hire orientation, monthly safety sessions, and safety communications.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and documentation of safety programs in alignment with OSHA and other regulatory standards.
• Conduct and track safety audits, facility walkthroughs, and Job Safety Analyses, identifying hazards and supporting corrective actions.
• Contribute to incident investigations and reporting by gathering information, organizing data, and assisting with follow-up actions.
• Help maintain compliance records, prepare safety documentation, and support internal and external audit processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on safety-related projects, standard operating procedures, and risk assessments.
• Support safety team and supervisors in preparing, reviewing job safety analyses (JSA)
• Implementation of the Take Control of Safety Program

What Qualifications Do I Need?

• Candidate should be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in a safety related major.
• Preferred GPA of at least 2.7.
• Willingness to conduct safety audits and inspections in an industrial environment.
• Foundational knowledge of OSHA standards and general industry safety regulations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, prioritize tasks, and recommend solutions.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, objectivity, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.