Internship: Safety Specialist

Overview

• Founded in 1891 by Lewis E. Myers—once working alongside Thomas Edison—the company began by electrifying South Chicago and has since powered a century of infrastructure.
• Early adoption of helicopters for tower installation marked a significant advancement in infrastructure development.
• Grew through wartime electrification, hydroelectric builds in the 1920s, and international training projects like teaching linemen in India during the 1950s.
• Joined MYR Group in 1995, joining a national network and gaining the backing to tackle complex, high-voltage utility and clean energy programs.
• Regularly handles utility-scale projects across the Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast—from 34.5 kV to 765 kV lines, substations, distribution systems, telecom, and storm restoration.
• Technologically forward: early use of drones, specialized wire-pulling systems, and strategic innovation keep it at the cutting edge of electrical construction.

Culture + Values

• Safety: "Safety is Life." We embrace constant innovation and improvement in our safety practices.
• Respect: We set the standard in how we interact—internally and externally—creating a positive, productive, inclusive work environment.
• Responsiveness: We provide timely, thorough, accurate solutions and alternatives in crisis and daily operations.
• Creativity: We explore new ideas, value original thinking, foster innovation, and seek better ways of doing business.
• Integrity: We guide actions with honesty, build trust, and ensure processes incorporate social and environmental stewardship.
• Initiative: We encourage self-starters and leaders to take responsibility, overcome obstacles, and drive constant improvement.
• Teamwork: We combine skills and resources through shared responsibility, effective communication, and common goals.

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

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