Safety Intern

Safety Intern

We are currently seeking Safety Interns to join our Summer Internship Program. This role involves project-level, scope-driven support functions with daily and weekly standard works for the assigned span of support. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate a high level of passion, commitment, and dedication to the health and well-being of others. The ideal candidate for this position will be in their third or fourth year of an Occupational Safety & Health program from an accredited educational institution.

Key Responsibilities

Through the summer internship program, participants will:

• Expand knowledge about construction craft activities and requirements be engaging in craft-based tasks.
• Part of the internship process includes spending 25% of the work week for the first 2-4 weeks on site working with different crafts/crews to gain a better understanding of the work scopes, requirements, and challenges.
• Participate in HSE programs and initiatives as opportunities allow.
• Attend daily Power Up and Power Down meetings, contributing as the opportunities allow.
• Support and conduct jobsite inspections to identify and initiate corrective actions and document observed safe and unsafe work practices or conditions.
• Engage in the Pre-Task Planning process.
• Monitor incident investigation and causal analysis processes.
• Build knowledge and understanding of applicable legislative, client, and Nox policies and procedures applicable to the project.
• Communicate effectively and regularly with Nox personnel, subcontractors, visitors, and vendors.
• Support the needs of the Project HSE Department.

 Minimum Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate occupational safety and health program preferred. 
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Suite programs.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication (includes use of proper grammar, spelling, etc.).
• Ability to interact with both craft and supervisory employees.
• Ability to objectively audit compliance in the workplace.
• High level of integrity.
• Ability to lift fifty pounds, unassisted, frequently throughout the day.
• Ability to work from various heights via ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and other safe work platforms and area.
• Able to work a 40-hour work week, with overtime and off-hour shifts as required.
• Able to work in extreme weather conditions and elements, indoor or outdoor, including heat, cold, rain, mud, dust, and snow depending on the job location.

Safety Level
This is a safety sensitive position and all applicable policies including drug test and background check will apply.

This internship will provide you with exposure to what its like working in safety on a construction project allowing you to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world situations. You will gain hands-on experience, work with experienced professionals, and contribute to the success of our projects. We look forward to your active participation and contributions to our team during this internship program.