Construction Safety Intern

Mission Statement: Unlocking potential while protecting your most critical assets.

Core Values: Care Trust Help (C.T.H.)

Summary Of Position

Niles Industrial is seeking a motivated Safety Intern to support the Safety Department. This position offers hands-on experience in workplace safety, compliance, training, hazard recognition, and continuous improvement while working alongside Safety, Operations, and Project Management professionals in both office and field environments.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and training activities.
• Shadow Safety Representatives and Safety Managers on jobsites.
• Assist with job-site inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Support safety documentation, reporting, and compliance records.
• Assist with safety training materials and employee communications.
• Participate in incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete OSHA training and other assigned safety certifications.
• Assist with special projects and present a final internship project.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Strong interest in workplace safety and risk prevention.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel to jobsites and work in industrial and construction environments while wearing required PPE.
• Prior construction, manufacturing, or safety-related experience.
• OSHA 10 certification or familiarity with OSHA standards.
• Experience analyzing data or supporting process improvement initiatives.