Safety Department Intern

Job Description

Job Title: Safety Department Intern

Responsible for providing general administrative support to the jobsite, including tasks of moderate to advanced difficulty. This role requires excellent clerical skills across multiple areas of the Safety Department and involves crucial safety functions necessary to support The Company at the assigned jobsite. The intern will assist the Safety Manager and Safety Coordinator in all safety-related matters.

Interns have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US. The internship duration is 12 weeks. The Company offers a designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help cover living expenses.

MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of these companies throughout your career with us.

Join one of the largest construction firms in the country, recognized by Engineering News-Record (ENR) as:
• #1 in Power
• #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors
• #20 Transportation Contractor

MasTec Renewables embraces diverse perspectives among its employees and across all levels of the business, including suppliers, community partners, and clients. The company has built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches. By collaborating across departments, MasTec fosters innovation and encourages everyone—from interns to executives—to share their ideas and make an impact. The goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in the industry.

The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. MasTec’s CE&I segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables, and infrastructure sectors. The renewables sector focuses on solar, wind, and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to MasTec’s culture and influence everything they do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, MasTec provides flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

• Assist with entering drug and alcohol testing results.
• Scan employment documentation and log into the system as needed.
• Assist in preparing employee Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol files.
• Database for classroom training sessions and safety training courses in the office and in the field for jobs without a Site Safety Coordinator.
• Assist in the preparation of meetings and presentations.
• Coordinate and present safety training to support The Company and client requirements including planning, documentation, and presentation. This will include:
• New Hire Orientation
• Other training dependent on experience and knowledge.
• Have all necessary documentation printed and scanned for crew members when needed.

• Work directly with the Site Safety Coordinator and the management team to develop, implement, and maintain an effective site-specific safety plan.
• Communicate with the Safety Manager regarding safety matters.
• Attend the weekly general safety meeting, weekly supervisor’s safety meeting, and daily gang box meetings, as required.
• Participate in the jobsite R4 Safety Committee as required.
• Act as a backup drug and alcohol collector.
• Create and update new hire safety binders and manuals.
• Maintain current safety information in Excel and pull safety records and statistics when needed.
• Order, track, and ship supplies (e.g., stickers, posters, PPE) where needed.
• Maintain jobsite first aid and emergency response supplies.
• Understand all environmental permitting regulations and measures to ensure compliance.

• 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 your own and others’ health and safety, and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role, by taking personal responsibility for working toward The Company’s Zero Injury principles.
• Functional computer skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as required to manage the safety program.
• Ability to type and write reports with accuracy and appropriate grammar.
• Ability to speak and write clearly.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees.
• Familiarity with MSHA and OSHA regulations or a general safety background is helpful.

• Compensation: $20/hour
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Relocation Support: $750 one-time taxable mobilization stipend to help assist with relocation expenses
• Living Expenses: Designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help cover living expenses

• Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background checks and drug testing.
• Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com.
• Due to the high volume of applications received, the company is unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec’s policy to comply with all applicable state, federal, and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and its subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
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