2027 AUS Safety Internship

This internship is for undergraduate students pursuing Construction Safety, Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Construction Management (CM), or similar majors.

KENT COMPANIES is a full-service specialty trade contractor performing work nationwide through offices in Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and the Carolinas. As a third-generation, family-owned business, we believe our people are our greatest assets. With 4,000+ available manpower, we deliver every project with our Four Hallmarks: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service.

Recognized as The Leaders in Concrete®, our family of brands includes Kent Concrete, Kent Underlayments, Kent Facilities, Kent Foundation Solutions, and Foundation Rescue Supply. Owners, developers, general contractors, and construction managers continue to trust our teams because we’ve been delivering on our promise since 1957.

Hype - Year In Review (1 min)
Building with Safety First Nationwide (2 min)
Safety That Keeps the Job Moving (2 min)

BUILD YOUR SAFETY EXPERIENCE AT A TOP 5 NATIONAL CONTRACTOR. Our internship program provides a hands-on experience in construction safety, giving you a front-row seat to job site safety, risk analysis and mitigation, safety documentation, and case management. You’ll work alongside industry professionals to support world-class safety initiatives, conduct audits, and help reinforce a culture of safety.

FOCUS AREAS
Each skill is designed to provide real-world experience and deepen your understanding of how Safety drives success at a top-tier national contractor.

• Job Site Safety: Visit active job sites to learn the risks and safety precautions taken to ensure teams go home safely every day.
• Safety Documentation: Learn how record keeping ensures compliance, tracks trends, and supports continuous job site safety.
• Risk Analysis: Help identify potential hazards and implement proactive solutions.
• Management and Mitigation: Ensure proper handling of incidents, facilitate timely reporting, and support employees in reducing risks all while maintaining compliance.

Requirements

• Valid Driver's License
• Reliable transportation to the Kent Companies office and to area job sites/work location(s).
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Undergraduate student pursuing Construction Safety, OSH, EHS, CM, or similar majors.
• Authorized to work in the United Sates without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• Weekly pay