Intern - Safety Management

Wharton-Smith • Fort Myers, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Intern will assist the full-time on-site Safety Manager and project team in promoting and maintaining a safe working environment across Wharton-Smith job sites. This role involves supporting safety inspections, hazard identification, implementation of safety plans, monitoring work practices, documenting incidents, and assisting with safety meetings and training.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards
• Ability to perform jobsite safety inspections and hazard recognition
• Familiarity with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and enforcement
• Understanding of incident reporting and investigation procedures
• Ability to review and support site-specific safety plans (SSSP)
• Experience maintaining safety documentation, reports, and compliance records
• Basic knowledge of construction processes and jobsite operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for safety reporting
• Ability to track and analyze safety metrics and observations
• Basic knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards
• Ability to work in a construction jobsite environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Professionalism and accountability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to observe, identify, and document safety hazards
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with project teams and subcontractors
• Willingness to learn and support construction safety programs and initiatives

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 10-hour certification preferred (OSHA 30 a plus)

Responsibilities

• Assist with jobsite safety inspections and hazard identification to help maintain a safe work environment
• Support implementation of the project safety plan and Wharton-Smith safety policies
• Monitor jobsite activities to ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work practices
• Assist with documentation of incidents, near-misses, and safety observations
• Support safety meetings and safety training initiatives
• Maintain safety records, reports, and compliance documentation
• Other tasks as directed by the Safety Manager or project leadership team

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed