Safety Management Intern - Barrett Paving Materials - Mid-West Central

Barrett Industries; Franklin (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Barrett Paving Materials Inc is offering a Safety Management Intern position to support our safety team on active construction and paving sites. You will assist with inspections, incidents, and documentation while helping to implement training and safety communications in the field.

You will work closely with safety professionals, gain hands-on experience in risk management, OSHA standards, and regulatory compliance, and contribute to a safer site culture across our projects.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field
• Interest in construction, paving, and infrastructure safety practices
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working outdoors and visiting active construction sites
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of OSHA or other workplace safety standards is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist Safety Managers with daily safety inspections and audits on construction and paving sites
• Participate in incident investigations and assist with documentation
• Help implement safety training sessions and toolbox talks for field staff
• Support the ongoing monitoring of safety practices and compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company policies
• Update and maintain safety records, incident reports, and training files
• Observe site safety procedures and identify potential hazards or unsafe behaviors
• Assist with the development and distribution of safety communications and educational materials
• Attend and contribute to safety meetings, reporting observations and improvement suggestions
• Collaborate with project management, field operations, and HR to enhance site safety culture

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Outdoor site readiness

Education

Pursuing a degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Barrett Paving Materials Inc. is a leader in heavy civil construction, specializing in aggregate production, asphalt plants, paving services, and road construction. With our people-first culture, we uphold the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct. As part of the Colas Group, the global leader in transportation infrastructure, we are committed to excellence. Learn more at www.barrettpaving.com.
Barrett Paving, and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com.

Job Summary

Barrett Paving MWC is seeking a motivated Safety Management Intern to join our Safety team. This internship offers hands‑on learning in the field of construction safety, site compliance, risk management, and employee training. The Safety Management Intern will work closely with safety professionals and site teams to support and enhance our safety programs, ensuring our operations meet regulatory standards and best practices.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist Safety Managers with daily safety inspections and audits on construction and paving sites
• Participate in incident investigations and assist with documentation
• Help implement safety training sessions and toolbox talks for field staff
• Support the ongoing monitoring of safety practices and compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company policies
• Update and maintain safety records, incident reports, and training files
• Observe site safety procedures and identify potential hazards or unsafe behaviors
• Assist with the development and distribution of safety communications and educational materials
• Attend and contribute to safety meetings, reporting observations and improvement suggestions
• Collaborate with project management, field operations, and HR to enhance site safety culture

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field
• Interest in construction, paving, and infrastructure safety practices
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working outdoors and visiting active construction sites
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of OSHA or other workplace safety standards is a plus

Colas Inc. And Its Subsidiaries Are An Equal Opportunity Employer. For Details On The Specifics Of This Commitment, Please Click Here To View The EEO Document.

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