Safety Intern - Kiewit Industrial District

Kiewit•Arvada, CO

13d•$18 - $22

About The Position

The Safety Intern supports Kiewit Industrial District’s mission of ensuring that everyone working on its projects returns home safely. This hands-on internship provides an opportunity to learn construction safety skills, programs, regulations, and guidelines while supporting field teams and developing experience in construction management. The intern helps implement and oversee project safety programs, monitors construction activities for compliance with applicable regulations and policies, and supports safe working conditions. The position may be based at a project site or at the Denver, Colorado, or Lenexa, Kansas, headquarters. Travel and relocation may be required. Work may take place at varying locations and in changing weather, terrain, and other site conditions.

Requirements

Must be pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field.
Able to work full-time during the summer, approximately May through August.
Able to travel or relocate as needed.
Able to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and initiative.
Strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
Passion for safety and helping ensure that nobody gets hurt.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Able to work as a team member and independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
Reliable transportation to and from work.
Regular, reliable attendance; effective and professional communication with supervisors, employees, and others; and ability to work safely and follow oral and written instructions.
Able to work during normal operating hours and work overtime and weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of construction safety and current federal and OSHA requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

Help implement and oversee the Project Safety Program, including developing site safety policies and procedures.
Assist in monitoring construction activities for compliance with government regulations and state or provincial, client, and company policies and procedures.
Help establish and monitor safe working conditions.
Recommend corrective actions and help implement metrics to track and report performance issues when needed.
Review project work plans for accuracy and conformance with applicable standards.
Assist with safety program audits, coaching, and regular onsite training.
Work safely and productively, follow instructions and policies, and meet deadlines.