Safety Intern

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Canonsburg, PA, USA
In-Office
Internship
Professional Services • Design • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Supports Safety Managers and field leadership through jobsite inspections, hazard identification and mitigation, Job Hazard Analyses, toolbox talks, safety meetings, training, and compliance activities. Requires OSHA knowledge, Microsoft Office proficiency, leadership, collaboration, problem-solving, and willingness to visit construction sites within a three-hour radius of Pittsburgh. This is an 8–12-week, in-office, paid internship beginning May 17, 2027.
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About Lighthouse Electric

At Lighthouse Electric, we power more than buildings — we power opportunity. For decades, we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality electrical construction solutions on complex commercial and industrial projects. Our success is driven by craftsmanship, accountability, and a commitment to doing things the right way — safely, efficiently, and with integrity. We believe great companies are built by great people. That’s why we invest in our team, encourage continuous improvement, and create an environment where professionals can grow, lead, and make a measurable impact. Here, you’re not just another employee — you’re part of a crew that takes pride in powering what’s next.


Why Us

✔ Stability + Growth – Established company with a strong backlog of major projects

✔ Impactful Work – Be part of high-profile, large-scale electrical builds

✔ Empowered Professionals – We trust our experts to lead and innovate

✔ Team-First Culture – Collaboration, respect, and accountability drive our success

✔ Strong Benefits Investment – Company-paid health coverage + 401(k) match

✔ Career Development – We promote from within and value long-term growth


If you want your work to matter — and your expertise to be valued — Lighthouse Electric is where you belong.


Job Description

 

Lighthouse Electric extends hands-on work experience opportunities to college students and post-high-school individuals through our internship program. Interns will actively engage in real projects within various departments of the company, gaining valuable skills and knowledge in the construction field.


A Safety Intern eager to gain hands-on experience and become part of a dedicated team. This 12-week internship will begin at the conclusion of the spring semester. This is a 40-hour per week, Monday through Friday position.

 

  • The ideal candidate is someone with:
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations
  • The ability to assist Safety Managers Field Leadership with:
  • Daily jobsite visits and inspections
  • Daily job tasks and compliance in the field
  • Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating construction site hazards
  • Completing Job Hazard Analysis forms
  • Ensuring that weekly Toolbox Talks are performed, and the topics are site-specific
  • Conducting safety meetings and safety training on the jobsite
  • Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong leadership and collaboration skills
  • Ability to analyze and quickly resolve issues
  • The ability to visit and walk jobsites within the Pittsburgh area. Jobsites include those within a 3-hour radius of Pittsburgh

 

We highly value the internship experience when considering candidates for future roles within our company, aiming to cultivate the next generation of leaders. Lighthouse Electric seeks motivated individuals who aspire to make a positive impact in their community and grow personally and professionally. Our ideal project scheduler internship candidates should:

 

  • Be enrolled in a four-year institution, two-year technical school, or possess a High School diploma/GED.
  • Demonstrate a proactive, open-minded approach, a strong eagerness to learn, contribute ideas, and collaborate effectively within a team.

 

Duration of Internship & Expected Work Hours:

Anticipated Start Date: May 17th, 2027.

8-12 Weeks; Monday-Friday 6:30 am – 3:00 pm

 

Location: Canonsburg Office (In Office Internship/No Remote)

 

This is a paid internship, and compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.


Note: Chosen applicant will be subject to a drug screen and background check as a condition of employment. 


For more details about our company, please visit our website, LinkedIn page, Facebook page or Vimeo Account.

Skills Required

  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations
  • Ability to assist with daily jobsite visits and inspections
  • Ability to assist with daily job tasks and compliance in the field
  • Ability to identify, analyze, and mitigate construction site hazards
  • Ability to complete Job Hazard Analysis forms
  • Ability to ensure weekly, site-specific Toolbox Talks are performed
  • Ability to conduct safety meetings and jobsite safety training
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong leadership and collaboration skills
  • Ability to analyze and quickly resolve issues
  • Ability to visit and walk jobsites within a three-hour radius of Pittsburgh
  • Enrollment in a four-year institution or two-year technical school, or possession of a High School diploma/GED
  • Proactive, open-minded approach with eagerness to learn, contribute ideas, and collaborate effectively
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The Company
368 Employees
Year Founded: 1984

What We Do

Lighthouse Electric Company, Inc. is a family-owned electrical contractor and integrator specializing in electrical and technological design, construction, and service. Founded in 1984, it delivers commercial and industrial electrical systems, design-build work, maintenance, controls, instrumentation, data cabling, and emergency services. The company also provides prefabricated and modular electrical solutions for large-scale, infrastructure, mission-critical, healthcare, industrial, and technology projects across the Eastern United States.

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