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Mortenson · 5 months ago

Safety Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

700 Meadow Lane N, Minneapolis, MN, 55422, US

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Mortenson is a top builder, developer, and EPC, seeking a Safety Engineering Intern for Summer 2026. The intern will implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury program and ensure a safe work environment by interacting with various stakeholders and supporting safety initiatives at project sites.

Commercial Real EstateConstructionReal Estate

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Championing Mortenson's zero injury safety requirements

Participate in Daily Safety Audits

Coordinate and participate in worker observations

Support the onsite new team member Orientation process

Host daily stretch & bend

Provide support to the field as a technical resource from OSHA, ZIPTM, MSDS, Event Management and more

Assist in incident investigation and analysis

Complete and aid in training of our onsite safety program

Collaborate on ways to continue to advance our industry leading safety program

Qualification

Safety EngineeringOccupational HealthConstruction LawProblem-SolvingCustomer ServiceCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsDetail-OrientedOrganizational Skills

Required

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Associate's degree in safety, occupational health or related field

Are willing to be mobile/relocate

Have access to reliable transportation

Possess a current driver's license

Are comfortable with exposure to dirt, heat, noise, dust, and a trailer office environment

Preferred

Have previous related internship experience

Have achieved a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 / 4.0

Are currently enrolled as an undergraduate freshman, sophomore or junior

Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple tasks

Have a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices

Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative

Showcase a positive and professional attitude and solid customer service skills

Company

Mortenson

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Mortenson is a U.S.-based, top-25 builder, developer and provider of energy and engineering services committed to helping organizations move their strategies forward.

Founded in 1954