MWH · 12 hours ago
Intern, Safety
Austin, TX
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$23/hr - $26/hrMWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US. They are seeking a Safety Intern to support active construction projects, promoting a strong safety culture and assisting with compliance efforts.
ConstructionEnergyIndustrial EngineeringWater
Responsibilities
Assist with daily site safety walks and hazard identification activities
Support the development and review of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and Pre-Task Plans
Observe and help reinforce safe work practices across active construction areas
Participate in incident investigations and near-miss reporting under supervision
Gain exposure to real-world risk mitigation strategies in heavy civil construction
Support safety orientations for new hires, visitors, and subcontractors
Assist with tracking safety training records, certifications, and sign-in documentation
Help maintain OSHA, and project-specific safety documentation
Support compliance with client, regulatory, and company safety requirements
Assist with preparation and delivery of toolbox talks and safety stand-downs
Help post and maintain safety signage, notices, and jobsite updates
Participate in weekly safety meetings with project leadership
Maintain safety logs, inspection forms, and corrective action tracking
Assist with audit preparation and follow-up documentation
Enter safety data into company systems as required
Shadow Safety Coordinators, Site Safety Managers, and Superintendents
Gain exposure to heavy equipment operations, confined space entry, excavation, concrete work, and utility installation
Participate in mentorship check-ins and structured internship development activities
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in or recently completed a program in Safety Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field
Strong interest in construction safety and field operations
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather and active construction environments
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Strong communication, observational, and organizational skills
Ability to walk on uneven terrain and access active construction areas
Ability to climb ladders and stairs as required
Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, gloves, and boots
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. as needed
Preferred
Prior construction, field, or safety-related experience
Familiarity with heavy civil or infrastructure construction environments
Interest in pursuing a long-term career in construction safety
Company
MWH
As a leading U.S.
Founded in 1993
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-11-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Blair M. Lavoie
President, MWH Constructors
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