Fall 2026 Safety and Emergency Preparedness Intern

Allegheny County Department of Human Services • Pittsburgh, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Safety Intern and gain hands-on experience in public sector risk management. You won’t just be filing papers; you will play a key role in ensuring the safety of County employees. From coordinating emergency drills to supporting lifesaving first aid training, this role offers a deep dive into workplace safety operations and compliance.

Requirements

• A basic understanding of workplace safety procedures and an interest in how government hierarchies’ function.
• Ability to write clear meeting minutes and communicate safety protocols to diverse groups of people.
• A "team-first" attitude with the ability to work constructively within the TWS team.
• Someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and can pivot between office tasks and field inspections.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from all backgrounds and departments.
• Enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university (undergraduate or graduate)
• Available to work up to 29 hours per week
• Able to work in person at an assigned ACDHS office
• Must have an Allegheny County address during the internship
• International candidates must meet federal I-9 employment eligibility requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Continued internship opportunities may be available based on organizational needs and funding
• The experience gained may be valuable for future opportunities within DHS and other public sector organizations

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Safety Specialist to conduct monthly audits across all DHS locations, identifying hazards and ensuring a secure environment.
• Lead the "Egress Map Project" by updating evacuation routes and assisting with building-wide evacuation drills.
• Collaborate with the training team to facilitate American Red Cross courses (First Aid/CPR/AED) and Stop the Bleed training for county staff.
• Manage documentation for quarterly Floor Safety and Safety Committee meetings, ensuring action items are communicated and tracked.
• Perform visual audits of office spaces to maintain safety standards and data accuracy.
• Provide administrative and logistical aid to the User Support Manager and TWS team as needed.
• Assist with managing and updating staff information in the Code Red Alert app, the emergency notification system for DHS.
• Assist the disaster response specialist with following up with victims of disaster and ensure they have been connected to any needed services.
• Assist the Office Administration (OA) team with special projects and tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Practical experience in public service
• Meaningful projects that enhance social services
• Opportunity to apply skills, work with professionals, and impact programs serving vulnerable groups
• Gain experience with one of the nation’s leading human services agencies
• Build practical skills and explore careers in public service
• See the importance of workplace safety and how safety at work is a driver to creating positive working environment.
• Learn basic aspects of working for a government entity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed