Description

This individual will provide strategic HS&E support to the project and region while learning and assisting with daily safety needs related to the success of the overall corporate HS&E program. This role is focused on shadowing the local HS&E leadership and the project management teams to assist in administering project training programs and conducting job site safety and environmental compliance reviews. The HS&E Intern will learn how to implement a research driven safety program while spending significant time in the field with the teams performing daily work.

• Collaborate with Regional HS&E Manager and Orion project team to set and achieve HSE objectives.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox sessions, and orientations.
• Develop knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations and assist with compliance.
• Promote safe work practices meeting all regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Support HS&E Manager/Superintendents in pre‑construction meetings and document findings.
• Maintain safety records such as pre‑task plans, JHAs, training logs, SDS, incident investigations, and metrics.
• Drive passenger vehicles to visit job sites as required.
• Preserve company confidentiality and protect proprietary information.
• Ensure personal safety and follow safe work practices.
• Safeguard co‑workers and others on site.
• Stop work when unsafe conditions are observed or anticipated.
• Comply with all laws, regulations, and company policies; face disciplinary action for violations.
• Report any violations of laws, regulations, or company policies promptly.
• Identify potential exposures and recommend corrective actions.
• Walk, step, climb, and navigate job sites, including barges and docks.
• Stand, stoop, kneel, squat, climb, or sit for extended periods.
• Lift and carry objects up to 50 lb.

Requirements

Applicants must be self‑driven, have the desire to learn, and an excitement to interact and communicate with project field personnel. The HS&E Intern must show an eagerness for working in the construction safety environment and enjoy interacting outside in all types of weather. Must be open to travel and have an aspiration for the hands‑on experiences that will contribute daily to the continued advancement of Orion’s exemplary safety culture.

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel‑toed shoes, and personal flotation devices as required by the work performed and location.

• Pursuing a BS degree in Safety & Health Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (minimum two years of coursework).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Goal‑driven, results‑focused with strong critical‑thinking and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Obtain a TWIC card and travel across the U.S. and internationally as needed.
• Prior construction work experience preferred.
• Work in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
• Adapt to extreme temperature changes and prolonged outdoor conditions.

Benefits

This position makes $22/hr.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance