Safety Intern - Summer 2027

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with field team members to positively impact their safety practices and encourage a culture of safety.
• Assist in the rollout and execution of company-wide safety programs designed to strengthen defenses against workplace hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Efficiently manage your time between fieldwork and administrative tasks. This includes conducting safety inspections, tracking training completions, overseeing equipment inspections, and performing trend analysis to maintain accurate safety records.
• Advocate for proactive safety measures by seeking and proposing innovative approaches that focus on hazard elimination rather than mere mitigation.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges.
• Knowledge of and proficient in the use of personal computers and related Microsoft software.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong skills in time management, ability to work under pressure and tight timelines, working with multiple demands with strong attention to details.

Monitoring and Reporting

Track and report key safety indicators on project sites. Respond to trends and data to enhance overall safety performance and address potential issues.

Promote Knutson Construction through community involvement and deliver

• The Knutson Experience.
• Exhibit behaviors and actions that are aligned with Knutson’s Zero Incident Safety Culture
• Respond to and complete all other duties, tasks and/or projects as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

Ability to travel to and within project sites.

Benefits

• Gain practical experience in the Construction Industry and learn from industry professionals.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects and make a difference.
• Develop valuable skills.
• Networking opportunities within the company and industry.
• Exposure to a dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Possibility of future employment or recommendation upon successful completion of the internship.

Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited college and pursuing an associate’s or bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management with a Safety Concentration, or related discipline.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Knutson Construction does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of their race, color, national origin, religion, creed, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, or status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.