Safety Intern - Kiewit Industrial District

Location: Denver, CO, US Lenexa, KS, US Requisition ID: 182886 Job Level: Internship Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial District Department: Safety Market: Industrial Employment Type: Full Time Temporary Position Overview There is nothing more important than the safety of the men and women building our projects across North America. Our mission of nobody gets hurt is deeply engrained in our culture. Are you interested in a hands-on, real-world learning experience helping fulfill this mission? As a safety intern you'll learn the skills, programs, regulations and guidelines we live by to ensure our people return home safely each day. This Safety internship will give you the opportunity to develop, participate and learn key roles and functions within construction management while supporting our teams working in the field. Our mission is to make a difference, so we offer opportunities for you to make one too. Whether we're boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-driven construction professionals to get it done safely and right the first time. District Overview The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Our work spans multiple sectors, including industrial manufacturing, power, and oil, gas, chemical, with projects ranging from small capital work to major EPC projects. We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while offering our employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities within a multi-billion-dollar organization. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, integrity, and a shared passion for construction. If you're ready to take on complex, high-impact projects and make a lasting difference in the construction industry, the Kiewit Industrial District is where you can build a career that truly matters. Location This position will be located on one of our project sites and/or in our headquarters in Denver, CO or Lenexa, KS. Candidate must be open to traveling and relocating as needed.

Responsibilities: As a Safety Intern, you'll be part of a team implementing and overseeing the Project Safety Program including the development of site safety policies and procedures. You'll assist in monitoring the various construction projects activities, ensuring the compliance with pertinent government regulations, state or provincial, client, and company policies and procedures. You'll assist in establishing and monitoring safe working conditions for our most valuable assets – our people. You'll provide corrective action recommendations and assist in implementing metrics for tracking and reporting on performance issues when needed. Safety Interns will review project work plans for accuracy in conformance with all standards and assist in safety program audits, coaching and regular onsite training. You must have the ability to carry out duties in varying work environments including wide-ranging weather conditions and terrain with the ability to travel and/or relocate as required for projects.

Qualifications: Must be pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements. preferred Ability to work full-time during the summer (approximately May-August) Ability to travel or relocate as needed Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative Strong work ethic, willingness to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail Reliable transportation to and from work Base Compensation: $18.00/hr - $22.00/hr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.