Safety Intern

Job Description

About The Safety Intern Position at Superior

Superior, a national leader in electrical design and construction, is seeking highly motivated and energetic students for a Safety Intern position during the Fall 2026 term (September – December). This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in construction safety within a dynamic, century-old company.

The position is based in Columbus, Ohio, with a competitive pay rate of $25 per hour.

In addition to day-to-day responsibilities, Superior is committed to intern development, providing:

• Lunch-and-learns
• Leadership training
• Career preparation
• Unique jobsite visits
• And beyond

Role Overview

Under the direct guidance of Superior’s experienced Safety team, the Safety Intern will gain broad exposure to various aspects of safety across large construction jobsites and enterprise accounts. The role primarily involves supporting jobsite safety initiatives to ensure all team members adhere to proper safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety Audits: Participate in daily walk-through safety audits on large construction sites, helping to ensure compliance with government rules and regulations.
• Reporting: Assist in the completion of daily reports or audits, detailing activities, critical conversations, and identified issues.
• Documentation: Help create, maintain, and update essential safety documentation and forms.
• Training Support: Assist with safety training programs and the onboarding of new Safety Professionals as needed.
• Culture Building: Collaborate with the safety team on various training programs and initiatives designed to enhance the onsite safety culture.
• Toolbox Talks: Create and distribute site-specific Toolbox Talks to field teams.
• PPE Management: Help organize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in multiple locations across the jobsite.
• Safety Reports: Assist with the creation of comprehensive safety reports for multiple ongoing projects.

Your Character Traits (What Superior is Looking For)

• Communication & Teamwork: You are a great communicator, a strong team player, and eager to collaborate with colleagues across engineering and field teams.
• Problem-Solving: You possess a natural knack for identifying and solving problems effectively.
• Organization & Detail: You are highly organized, skilled at prioritization, and demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Discretion: You are capable of exercising confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive information.

Education Requirements

• Required: Candidates must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Construction Safety or a related field.

About The Superior Group (Superior)

Superior is a national leader in electrical design and construction, powering critical infrastructure from hospitals and data centers to stadiums. With a heritage spanning over 100 years, the company is proudly headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.

Superior is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Superior maintains a Drug-Free workplace. All candidates must successfully pass a criminal background check, pre-employment screen, and are subject to random drug screens.

For assistance with the job application, please contact recruitment@superiorgroup.net.