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Granite Construction

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Facilities Management
  • Sacramento
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a Bachelor's in Safety or Occupational Health, possess strong communication skills, work well under pressure, be proficient in MS Office, and be willing to travel frequently. Bilingual is a plus.
  • You will promote safety compliance, conduct site inspections, assist in safety training, participate in regulatory inspections, and support claims management to enhance workplace safety.

Requirements

  • Currently attending Bachelor’s degree program
  • Safety or Occupational Health undergraduate program
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to teach, mentor and lead.
  • Ability to work in high production environment and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines.
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Availability and willingness to travel frequently
  • Bilingual English/Spanish (Preferred but not required)

Responsibilities

  • Promote compliance with the company safety program and local accident prevention efforts to ensure company safety goals are met.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of safety related programs to meet or exceed company safety standards.
  • Perform and document jobsite inspections and audits with special emphasis on hazard recognition, unsafe behaviors and correction of potential third party, asset loss and workers compensation losses.
  • Assist in the preparation and performance of safety meetings and training programs to ensure the effective communication of company policy and safety standards.
  • Participate in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Assist in the development and review of job hazard analysis for each major phase of our work to ensure its safe completion.
  • Assist in the investigation, preparation and maintenance of records of all third party, asset loss, and worker’s compensation claims to make certain that Company interests are preserved.
  • Assist in the follow up with the corporate insurance department regarding claims, to ensure that the appropriate information is collected and that claims will be resolved in a timely manner.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Safety Intern?

The Safety Intern is responsible for assisting in the administration of the accident prevention program, promoting compliance with safety standards, performing jobsite inspections, assisting in training programs, participating in regulatory inspections, and maintaining records of claims.

What educational background is required for this position?

Applicants must be currently attending a Bachelor’s degree program, preferably in Safety or Occupational Health.

Are there any specific skills required for the Safety Intern role?

Yes, candidates should possess excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, be able to work effectively under pressure, and be proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, the Safety Intern must be available and willing to travel frequently.

Is a bilingual ability in English and Spanish preferred for this role?

Yes, being bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.

What are the physical demands of the Safety Intern position?

The position requires the ability to talk and hear, stand, walk, sit, use hands, climb stairs and ladders, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

What benefits are offered to interns at Granite Construction?

Interns have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, and a 401(k) plan with a 100% employer match on eligible compensation.

What is the hourly wage for the Safety Intern position?

The base hourly wage range is not specified, but pay may vary based on relevant experience, skills, location, and education.

Does Granite Construction provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Granite Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Can agencies submit resumes for this internship?

No, Granite Construction will not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies unless there is a prior written agreement in place.

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Granite Construction

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Engineering & Construction
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1922
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

From infrastructure that facilitates the movement of goods and people to projects that improve the way we live, work, and play, high-value partnerships power our projects and fuel our mission to build a better world together. Granite is one of the largest full-service general contractors, construction management firms, and construction materials producers in the U.S. Deeply embedded in our 100-year history is a culture of hard work, honesty, and getting the job done right. Our brands are Garco Testing Laboratories, Granite Construction Supply & Sign Shop, Granite Industrial, Inc., Granite Power, Intermountain Slurry Seal, and Layne, A Granite Company. Disclaimer regarding official "Granite"​ Job Postings: All open positions available with Granite Construction Inc., and its subsidiary companies, are available to apply on www.graniteconstruction.com/careers only. Granite does not ask prospective job applicants for information about their bank accounts, credit history, passport numbers and/or photocopies, passwords to financial accounts or to pay fees related to visa or other documents. If you see a job posting on a site that does not appear on www.graniteconstruction.com/careers or are asked for any of the personal information listed above, this is likely a fraudulent posting in order to commit identity theft or other forms of fraud. If you receive this type of suspicious email activity, please alert the FBI’s Internet Crimes Complaint Center: www.ic3.gov/default.aspx