Safety Intern

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Other About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees. Reporting to the Area Safety Manager, we are seeking a motivated and safety-focused Safety Summer Intern to support our Aggregate and, Ready-Mix operations. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in occupational health and safety while working alongside industry professionals in a dynamic manufacturing and construction materials environment.

The intern will assist with safety initiatives, compliance activities, inspections, training, and continuous improvement projects that help create a safe and healthy workplace for all employees.

• Assist with safety inspections, audits, and field observations to identify hazards and support risk reduction efforts.
• Participate in incident investigations, data analysis, and corrective action tracking to improve workplace safety performance.
• Support the development and delivery of safety training, toolbox talks, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Help maintain safety records, compliance documentation, and reporting requirements.
• Partner with operations and safety teams on projects that promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement.

• Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health & Safety, Safety Management, or a related field.
• Strong interest in workplace safety, risk management, and industrial or manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, build relationships, and work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated individual who is eager to learn, takes initiative, and thrives in both field and office environments.

Combination of office and field work at industrial and construction materials facilities. Frequent exposure to active operating environments, including quarries and ready‑mix plants facilities. Regular walking, climbing, and outdoor work in varying weather conditions. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all company safety standards.

Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.

#Intern Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry.

In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready‑mixed concrete.

We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.