Safety Engineer Internship

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee‑owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non‑residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

Performance Contracting is seeking motivated college students with a strong work ethic to join our Safety Internship program. This internship opportunity is designed to equip interns with the essential tools and resources needed to gain comprehensive insight into construction safety operations.

Through close mentorship and engaging, hands‑on activities, this summer program provides interns with real‑world experience and a solid foundation in safety practices in the specialty construction industry.

Each intern will be paired with a dedicated mentor who will guide them through the Performance Contracting Safety
Intern checklist, a structured framework offering interns exposure to various functions within PCI’s safety operations. As checklist tasks are completed, interns will submit Weekly Project Recaps that provide detailed descriptions of completed activities, the individuals they collaborated with, and key takeaways from each learning opportunity.

• Learn the administration of the corporate safety program to minimize jobsite accidents
• Participate and assist in safety meetings
• Run safety‑specific reports
• Cross‑train with departments with safety responsibilities
• Attend OSHA training
• Participate in Quality Assessment Reviews
• Work directly with branches to understand their operations
• Maintain accurate and timely project documentation and correspondence
• Understand specialized equipment and software utilization
• Complete an internship project

Performance Contacting provides an hourly wage, relocation reimbursement, and corporate housing option for all interns. Upon completion of the internship, interns will receive an evaluation, which will be considered for future employment opportunities with the company.

Hourly wage: $22.00 per hour.

This role is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship.

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Construction Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or a comparable field of study
• Must have a reliable source of transportation
• Must be willing to temporarily relocate for the assignment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• A clear understanding of how to read and interpret specifications and drawings
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to learn new skills by engaging in technical job functions and applying new skills as they are taught
• Must have critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to multitask

• Based on the level of responsibility and knowledge required to be effective within the role, the internship accepts junior/senior level students only

• Competitive hourly pay
• Paid h olidays
• Medical and prescription drug insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

PCG is a background screening, drug‑free workplace. In accordance with the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.), Title 50, Chapter 9, PCG’s Drug‑Free Workplace Program includes drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process and throughout employment, as applicable.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.