HSE Safety Specialist Intern

MasTec Utility Services•Miami, FL

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About The Position

The HSE Safety Specialist Intern supports the health, safety, and environmental functions of utility construction operations while developing knowledge of workplace safety principles, regulatory compliance, hazard identification, risk management, and incident prevention. Working alongside safety professionals, field leadership, and operations teams, the intern gains hands-on experience with safety inspections, compliance activities, training support, incident investigation processes, and safety program administration. Through a structured internship, the intern learns about occupational health and safety, including OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations; hazard recognition; safety auditing; incident investigation; risk assessment; safety training; data analysis; and continuous improvement. The role includes both office and field activities and provides practical exposure to developing and implementing workplace safety programs. The intern assists with safety-related activities and compliance and reporting efforts, collaborating with safety and operational teams while developing technical, analytical, organizational, and communication skills. The position provides industry experience and professional development relevant to future careers in occupational health, safety, environmental management, and risk management.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an associate's or bachelor's degree program in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Safety Management, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, Environmental Science, Business Management, or a related field.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Interest in occupational safety, environmental compliance, risk management, and construction operations.
Basic understanding of workplace safety principles and safe work practices.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments.
Ability to learn and apply OSHA, DOT, EPA, company, and customer safety requirements.
Ability to perform site visits and safely navigate active construction environments.

Nice To Haves

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Safety Management, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, Environmental Science, Business Management, or a related field.
Previous internship, co-op, summer employment, student organization involvement, or coursework related to safety, environmental compliance, construction, operations, risk management, or industrial safety.
Exposure to OSHA regulations, safety auditing, incident investigation, environmental compliance, or risk assessment practices.
OSHA 10 certification or willingness to obtain certification during the internship.
Experience with Microsoft Excel, reporting tools, data analysis, or safety management systems.
Demonstrated attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Participate in orientation, onboarding, safety meetings, and training activities to learn company policies, safety expectations, and workplace safety practices.
Learn about frontline safety professionals' responsibilities, the company's safety culture and programs, and operational support processes.
Develop an understanding of OSHA, DOT, EPA, and other applicable regulatory requirements and their impact on daily operations.
Assist with compliance documentation reviews, recordkeeping, and safety audit preparation under the guidance of safety personnel.
Participate in jobsite walkthroughs and field observations to learn hazard identification techniques and safe work practices.
Assist with safety inspections of worksites, tools, equipment, vehicles, and machinery; document observations, findings, and corrective action opportunities as assigned.
Support safety meetings, toolbox talks, and new-hire safety orientations to gain exposure to safety training delivery.
Participate in ride-alongs and field assessments to observe driver safety evaluations and fleet safety practices.
Learn incident reporting and investigation procedures, including root cause analysis and corrective action development; assist with incident documentation, claims-related activities, and safety reporting as assigned.
Gain exposure to Driver i event reviews, utility damage prevention programs, and 811 ticket management procedures.
Learn and apply hazard analysis and risk assessment methods to evaluate work activities and identify potential safety concerns.
Participate in safety trend analysis using historical safety performance data, leading indicators, and lagging indicators.
Observe and support development of proactive safety initiatives, risk reduction strategies, and continuous improvement efforts.
Gain exposure to fleet operations, vehicle and equipment management, and asset maintenance practices that support safe operations.
Participate in field visits, safety observations, accident investigations, and operational reviews.
Assist with developing safety communications, training materials, and safety awareness initiatives.
Participate in structured learning experiences focused on occupational safety, regulatory compliance, risk management, and professional business practices.
Gain exposure to risk identification and mitigation strategies using hazard assessments, energy wheel concepts, and the hierarchy of controls.
Demonstrate professionalism, communication skills, teamwork, attention to detail, and commitment to safety and continuous learning.
Complete assigned internship projects, training activities, and developmental assignments within established timelines, including a capstone project and presentation.
Perform other related duties and learning assignments as assigned.