Safety Intern
$20/hr+ Daily per diem + Mobilization stipend
Internship
Bachelor's
Fargo, ND, USA+1 moreMore locations: United States
In PersonOnsite at a project location for 12+ weeks; project placement may be in any U.S. state. Relocation required; travel across the U.S.
Facilities OperationsEnvironmental Health & Safety
About the job
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program studying Safety Management, Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Maintain a GPA of 2.9 or higher.
- Take reasonable care of personal and others' health and safety and those affected by day-to-day work, taking personal responsibility for working toward the company's Zero Injury principles.
- Have functional computer skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to manage the safety program.
- Type and write reports accurately and with appropriate grammar.
- Speak and write clearly.
- Have organizational skills and be able to manage multiple tasks.
- Present information effectively and respond to questions from employees.
- When visiting jobsites, follow basic safety precautions in an environment with some exposure to hazards or physical risks.
- Work in an environment that may involve moderate exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, or loud noises.
Responsibilities
- Assist with entering drug and alcohol testing results.
- Scan employment documentation and log it into the system as needed.
- Assist in preparing employee Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol files.
- Enter training rosters into the company Learning Zone or Training Database for classroom training sessions and safety training courses in the office and field for jobs without a Site Safety Coordinator.
- Assist in preparing meetings and presentations.
- Coordinate and present safety training to support company and client requirements, including planning, documentation, and presentation; this includes New Hire Orientation and other training dependent on experience and knowledge.
- Print and scan necessary documentation for crew members when needed.
- Work directly with the Site Safety Coordinator and management team to develop, implement, and maintain an effective site-specific safety plan.
- Communicate with the Safety Manager regarding safety matters.
- Attend weekly general safety meetings, weekly supervisor safety meetings, and daily Gang box meetings as required.
- Participate in the jobsite R4 Safety Committee as required.
- Serve as backup drug and alcohol collector.
- Create and update new-hire safety binders and manuals.
- Maintain current safety information in Excel and retrieve safety records and statistics when needed.
- Order, track, and ship supplies such as stickers, posters, and personal protective equipment as needed.
- Maintain jobsite first-aid and emergency-response supplies.
- Understand environmental permitting regulations and measures to ensure compliance.
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with MSHA and OSHA regulations or a general safety background is helpful.
About the company
MasTec provides engineering, construction, installation, maintenance, and upgrade services for energy, utility, and communications infrastructure across North America. It builds and maintains power plants, renewable energy facilities, and related networks, and helps clients with site selection, sizing, materials, and construction strategy. The company employs about 22,000 professionals and a large fleet of specialized equipment to execute projects end-to-end. Its focus on utilities, communications, and government sectors, plus work in natural gas and renewable energy facilities, sets it apart; its goal is to deliver reliable, safe, and efficient infrastructure that supports energy delivery and connectivity.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Coral Gables, Florida
Founded
1929
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 revenue rose 23% to $4.37 billion, beating expectations.
- MasTec raised 2026 guidance to $18.2 billion revenue and $1.6 billion EBITDA.
- Superior brought about $1.4 billion backlog and expanded data-center demand exposure immediately.
What critics are saying
- Communications revenue guidance fell to $3.25 billion after wireless timing issues and delays.
- NLRB case 01-CA-382214 filed March 2, 2026 alleges discriminatory discharge in Maine.
- Superior adds leverage and integration risk; pro forma net leverage reached 2.2x after closing.
What makes MasTec unique
- July 2026 Superior acquisition gave MasTec inside-the-fence data center electrical capability.
- MasTec’s June 2026 backlog hit $21.4 billion, a record across power, pipeline, clean energy.
- MasTec spans communications, power delivery, pipeline infrastructure, and clean energy nationwide.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Bereavement Leave