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Safety Internship Program - Midwest Region 2026 - 2027

L1

walsh groupChicago, IL3 days ago

$21-$24/hr

Occupations

Occupational Health and Safety SpecialistsHealth and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and InspectorsOccupational Health and Safety Technicians

Industries

Engineering ServicesCommercial and Institutional Building ConstructionAll Other Specialty Trade Contractors
OVERVIEW: Walsh is currently seeking Interns for our Safety Division on projects located in Chicago, IL, Racine, WI, and La Porte, IN.Our internship program will prepare you for leadership positions both on and off the jobsite. Our program allows you to travel across the United States and through operational divisions to gain hands-on experience in project engineering and field management. We carefully match you with positions related to your academic and career goals, setting you up for the right career path after graduation.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Safety Intern will support and work with the on-site safety manager and safety staff to promote and manage Walsh Safety Programs. The Safety Intern position will be for a minimum of 12 weeks. The Safety Intern will learn about multiple career paths in our company and will be trained to become a full-time employee after college graduation. Some duties and responsibilities include:
  • Participate in field safety walks
  • Help safety manager with first day safety orientations for new employees
  • Complete accident and incident reports
  • Oversee safety and health of personnel working on company jobsites
  • Help safety manager coordinate project safety programs with subcontractors, ensuring company safety policies and procedures are understood and implementedQUALIFICATIONS
  • Seeking a bachelor's degree is preferred
  • The ability to work a 12-week work schedule is preferred
  • Specific roles may require relocation. If you are willing to relocate you are eligible for a living allowance.
  • Salary range: $21-$24/hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, education, location, and business needs.
Intern Benefits Include:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Paid US Holidays
  • Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Resource GroupsAccess to training and development programsLEED GA certification reimbursement and OSHA 10 trainings
  • Appreciation events, networking opportunities and company merchandise
Job Category: Intern & Co-opJob Type: FTEPlease note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits. The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or hr@walshgroup.com.An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran
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Level

InternL1

Salary

$21-$24/hr

Location

Chicago, IL

Occupation

Occupational Health and Safety Specialists

Industry

Engineering Services

Posted

3 days ago

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