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Safety Internship

CompanyForgen
LocationBaton Rouge
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 15, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist in promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture by helping implement safety policies, conducting site observations, and supporting compliance with regulatory standards. Key duties include updating safety plans, tracking program effectiveness, assisting with regulatory reporting, and maintaining safety performance metrics.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
302
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At Forgen, we leave the planet better than we found it. Founded in 2008, our company has grown into one of the largest self-performing environmental contractors in the United States. Our tagline, ‘For Generations,’ is an acknowledgment of our commitment to building a better tomorrow. Today, we excel in complex geotechnical and environmental construction services that restore and strengthen our natural surroundings to protect people, communities, and the environment for generations to come. With employees supporting meaningful projects across the United States and Canada, our impact on future generations is only getting started.
About the Role
Forgen is dedicated to building a better future - for generations.

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Position Summary

Forgen is seeking students pursuing degrees in Occupational Health & Safety, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields—along with other interested candidates—to join our project locations for internship opportunities.

This internship provides hands-on experience supporting workplace safety initiatives within a construction environment. The Safety Intern assists in promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture by helping implement safety policies and procedures, conducting site observations, and supporting compliance with regulatory and company standards.

Forgen Overview

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Program Administration

  • Update project safety plan and procedures.
  • Maintain documentation to improve safety performance.
  • Track program effectiveness and recommend improvements.

Regulatory Compliance

  • Assist with regulatory reporting, recordkeeping, and audits.
  • Monitor regulatory updates and integrate into the project plans.
  • Ensure compliance with various agencies (e.g., OSHA).

Data Management and Reporting

  • Maintain safety dashboards and performance metrics.
  • Compile monthly stats for site management.
  • Tracking leading indicators such as observations, training, and inspections.
  • Support analysis of trends to identify risk areas.

Basic Qualifications

  • Candidates must be working toward a BS degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This office and field hybrid role requires frequent computer use and effective communication. Site work may involve extended periods of standing or walking and required PPE, with potential exposure to heavy equipment, chemicals, dust, fumes, uneven terrain, and extreme weather.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk.

Equal Opportunity

Forgen is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on any legally protected status. 

Privacy Policy

At Forgen, we are committed to protecting your privacy. We collect and use your personal data to manage the recruitment process, including assessing your application, verifying information, and, if applicable, entering into an employment contract. Your information may be shared with authorized third parties who perform services on our behalf, such as background checks, and only where permitted by law. We implement appropriate security measures to safeguard your information and retain it only as long as necessary for recruitment and legal purposes.

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data, and to withdraw your consent at any time where applicable. For questions or to exercise your rights, please contact hr@forgen.com. 

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Key Skills
Safety Program AdministrationRegulatory ComplianceData ManagementReportingSite ObservationsPolicy ImplementationSafety Culture PromotionRecordkeepingAuditsTrend Analysis
Categories
ConstructionSecurity & SafetyEngineeringEnvironmental & Sustainability