Build Your Future in Construction Safety

At B&S Site Development, safety is more than compliance. It is how we protect our people, deliver exceptional work, and live our values every day. Our Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Internship Program is designed to develop the next generation of construction safety professionals through hands-on experience, field exposure, mentorship, and leadership development.

This immersive internship provides students with the opportunity to work alongside experienced safety and operations professionals while gaining practical knowledge of excavation safety, utility avoidance, fleet safety, incident management, leadership engagement, and safety systems.

Position Title

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Intern

Location

Columbus, Ohio-based project sites and B&S Site Development offices

Duration

10-week summer internship (with potential for extension)

Salary

$25/hour

Reports To

OHS Manager / Assigned OHS Mentor

Program Mission

To develop future occupational health and safety leaders by providing real-world construction industry experience, mentorship, and professional development in the systems, controls, and leadership routines that protect B&S employees and subcontractors every day.

What You'll Learn

As an OHS Intern, you will rotate through multiple aspects of the B&S safety program and gain direct exposure to active site development and utility construction projects.

Core Learning Areas

• Field Safety Operations
• Excavation and Trench Safety
• Utility Damage Prevention
• Incident Investigation and Reporting
• Fleet and Equipment Safety
• Safety Management Systems
• Project Planning and Risk Assessment
• Leadership Engagement and Safety Culture

Key Responsibilities

Field Safety

• Attend and observe daily Morning Huddles and Pre-Start Safety Meetings.
• Review Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and Daily Job Briefs with field teams.
• Participate in safety observations, inspections, and Leadership Walks.
• Support OHS personnel with safety documentation and follow-up activities.
• Observe crew engagement and safety leadership best practices in the field.

Fleet and Equipment Safety

• Learn equipment inspection procedures and documentation requirements.
• Observe spotter practices and equipment movement planning.
• Participate in discussions regarding equipment blind spots, safe approach procedures, and parking/chocking requirements.
• Gain exposure to fleet safety programs and controls.

Excavation and Utility Avoidance

• Follow utility locating processes from ticket creation through field verification.
• Observe utility damage prevention practices.
• Learn excavation safety principles and competent person responsibilities.
• Observe trench protective systems and excavation inspections from outside the excavation.

Incident Reporting and Safety Systems

• Learn incident and near-miss reporting procedures.
• Assist in preparing Lessons Learned communications.
• Review trends and leading indicators from safety observations and reporting platforms.
• Gain exposure to safety policies, procedures, and performance metrics.

Project Planning and Risk Assessment

• Observe how high-risk work activities are identified during project planning.
• Participate in discussions regarding Safe Start planning and subcontractor onboarding.
• Learn how risk assessments and hazard evaluations support project execution.

Capstone Project

• Complete and present a capstone project addressing a real B&S safety challenge or improvement opportunity.
• Present findings and recommendations to company leadership upon program completion.

Internship Rotations

Sample Rotation Schedule

Week 1

• B&S Orientation
• OSHA 30 Construction Training
• Shadow OHS Coordinator

Week 2

• Morning Huddles
• Daily Job Brief Reviews
• Pre-Start Checks

Week 3

• Field Inspections and Safety Observations

Week 4

• Leadership Walks and Crew Engagement

Week 5

• Fleet and Equipment Safety

Week 6

• Excavation Safety and Utility Avoidance

Week 7

• Incident Reporting and Lessons Learned

Week 8

• OHS Systems, Analytics, and Reporting

Week 9

• Project Planning and Subcontractor Safe Start

Week 10

• Team Building
• Capstone Presentation
• Program Graduation

Safety Expectations

Safety is a core value at B&S, and interns are expected to fully participate in our safety culture.

Interns will:

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings and training events.
• Exercise Stop Work Authority whenever unsafe conditions are identified.
• Immediately report incidents, hazards, and near misses.

Interns will not:

• Operate company vehicles or construction equipment.
• Enter excavations or trenches.
• Enter the swing radius of operating equipment.
• Sign official safety documentation or inspection records.
• Release work activities for construction operations.

Qualifications

Required

• Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in:

  • Occupational Safety & Health
  • Safety Management
  • Environmental Health & Safety
  • Construction Management
  • Civil Engineering
  • Or a related field

• Strong academic performance.

• Interest in construction safety and field leadership.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Willingness to travel between project sites as required.

Preferred

• Previous construction, labor, or industrial experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

Professional Development Opportunities

Interns will receive:

• OSHA 30 Construction Certification
• Dedicated OHS Mentor
• Exposure to Executive Leadership
• Career Coaching and Development
• Participation in Safety Meetings and Crew Training
• Guest Speakers and Industry Leaders
• Networking Opportunities Across Operations, Fleet, Safety, and Leadership Teams

Program Benefits

• Paid internship opportunity - $25/hour
• OSHA 30 Construction completion card
• Real-world field experience in civil construction and site development
• Company social events and networking opportunities
• Letter of recommendation upon successful completion
• Consideration for future employment opportunities, including:
  • OHS Coordinator
  • Safety Specialist
  • Field Safety Representative
  • Other emerging leadership roles within B&S Site Development