Internship: Safety Specialist
Assist safety tasks, hazard recognition, inspections, and documentation on construction projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Interns will help with hazard recognition throughout the project, assist in daily THA preparation, ensure daily inspections are completed, and attend project safety meetings with the Safety Specialist. They will also confirm the appropriate PPE is in use on the project. Interns will complete focused observations on the project and input forms into ProCore project management software. Before the internship ends, they will create and present a self‑reflection PowerPoint detailing industry knowledge, career goals, and personal growth to their management team. Participation in the Lunch & Learn internship program provided by the MYR Group Internship Leadership team is also required. • Perform hazard recognition and assist with daily THA preparation. • Verify completion of daily inspections and attend safety meetings with the Safety Specialist. • Ensure appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is used on site. • Conduct focused project observations and enter data into ProCore software. • Create and deliver a PowerPoint self‑reflection presentation on industry knowledge and career goals. • Participate in the Lunch & Learn internship program hosted by MYR Group. • Practice and improve industry skills while learning effective workplace habits.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸hazard recognition
- ▸tha prep
- ▸,inspections,
- ▸procore entry
- ▸,powerpoint,
- ▸ppe use
What You Bring
Candidates must be a college sophomore or higher pursuing a related undergraduate degree, or a trade‑school student, and if recently graduated, be within one year of graduation. No prior experience is required. Required skills include strong verbal and written communication, presentation ability, organization, detail orientation, independent and team work, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and professional communication with employees and business contacts. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; the company does not sponsor work visas. MYR Group does not work with third‑party recruiters without a signed agreement with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team. • Currently a college sophomore or higher in a related field, trade‑school student, or recent graduate (within 1 year). • No prior experience required. • Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills. • Organized, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently or in a team. • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). • Professional and courteous interaction with employees and business contacts. • Subject to pre‑employment screening, including background check and drug testing.
Requirements
- ▸college sophomore
- ▸no experience
- ▸,communication,detail‑oriented,
- ▸microsoft office
- ▸us authorized
Benefits
Our organization is committed to offering students hands‑on, inclusive learning experiences in the electrical construction industry. The internship program provides knowledge and skills that prepare interns for a successful future career. The internship offers the chance to explore post‑graduation career opportunities, practice and improve industry skills, and gain knowledge of specific role responsibilities. Positions may be subject to pre‑employment screening, including background checks and drug testing. MYR Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and merit‑based personnel processes. • Explore post‑graduation career opportunities within MYR Group. • Gain insight into the roles and responsibilities of electrical construction careers.
Work Environment
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