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Safety Coordinator Intern

CompanyEmery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS)
LocationColumbia
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will collaborate with project teams to assist in the planning, execution, and management of Health & Safety on construction projects, including spending time on sites for practical knowledge acquisition. Responsibilities also include assisting with project documentation such as reports, plans, and budgets, while learning construction methods and safety procedures.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
551
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
We are proud to be one of the Midwest’s leading heavy civil infrastructure contractors. Consistently challenging the status quo, we push the boundaries of what’s possible. Our turnkey services provide best-in-class civil construction solutions, ensuring we exceed the needs of every project. No matter the scope, our experts are dedicated to delivering unmatched results. Proudly part of the 100% employee-owned ESS Companies, united in our mission to change lives through ownership while transforming communities across the country.
About the Role

Job Description: Health & Safety Intern Office (Hourly)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Health & Safety Intern to join our team. This position is an excellent opportunity for students looking to gain hands-on experience in the construction industry while balancing their academic commitments. You will work alongside experienced professionals, learn valuable skills, and contribute to the success of our company, projects and people. Every Second Safely!

Key Responsibilities:

· Project Support: Collaborate with project teams to assist in the planning, execution, and management of Health & Safety on our construction projects.

· Field Experience: Spend time on construction sites to observe and participate in construction activities, gaining practical knowledge.

· Documentation: Assist in project documentation, including reports, plans, budgets, and schedules.

· Technical Learning: Acquire a deeper understanding of construction methods, materials, equipment, and safety procedures.

· Team Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and field staff to ensure project goals are met.

· Problem Solving: Participate in troubleshooting and finding solutions to construction-related challenges.

Qualifications:

· Enrolled in a relevant degree program or Technical School (Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, etc.).

· Strong academic performance

· A passion for the construction industry.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work in a team and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

· Eagerness to learn

· A proactive attitude.

· Punctuality and reliability are essential.

· Basic understanding of construction principles and practices is a plus but not mandatory.

· Must be legally eligible to work in United States

· Physical fitness and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks.

· Punctuality and reliability are essential.

Work Schedule:

· Internships typically last one to six months

Compensation:

· Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience and qualifications.

· Potential for academic credit, depending on your institution's policies.

· Opportunity for future employment within the company based on performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Key Skills
Project SupportField ExperienceDocumentationTechnical LearningTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsAdaptabilityProactive AttitudePunctualityReliability
Categories
ConstructionSecurity & SafetyEngineering