Company: Prime Controls Title: Safety Intern Location: US-TX-Lewisville Posted Date: 2026-11-11T05:00:00.000Z Department: Safety
Overview: A Typical Day at Prime Controls Spend ten weeks learning how a construction safety program actually runs, in the office and on active job sites. You will work beside our safety professionals on inspections, training, and incident prevention, and finish the summer by presenting a project of your own to company leadership.What you'll doJoin safety professionals on job site walks and audits, and document hazards and corrective actions.Help prepare and review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and pre-task plans with field crews.Support new hire safety orientations and toolbox talks.Track training records, certifications, and PPE inventory, and flag gaps before they expire.Assist with incident and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis and follow-up.Enter and analyze safety data to spot trends in leading and lagging indicators.Update safety procedures, forms, and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) files to match current OSHA requirements.Complete a capstone project that improves one part of the safety program, and present it at the end of the summer.What you'll learnHow OSHA construction standards (29 CFR 1926) are applied on real electrical and I&C projects.Hazard recognition for electrical work, lockout/tagout, confined spaces, fall protection, and excavation.How to coach crews and build a safety culture, not just enforce rules.How safety metrics are tracked, reported, and used to make decisions.OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification, provided if you do not already hold it (confirm).QualificationsRequiredCurrently enrolled in a bachelor's or associate degree program in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.Completed at least two years of coursework by June 2027.Clear written and verbal communication, and comfort speaking with field crews and supervisors.Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites.Able to work the full program dates, June 7 – August 13, 2027.PreferredOSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Construction card.First Aid/CPR certification.Prior construction, industrial, or skilled trades experience, including military service.Membership in a student chapter of ASSP or a similar safety organization.Bilingual in English and Spanish.
About Prime: Established in 2004, Prime Controls, L.P. is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients’ industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions, supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1000+ employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices throughout the United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees’ well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.
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Work Environment & Physical Demands (Text Only): Physical requirements and work environment expectations vary by position. Generally, roles at Prime Controls may involve moderate noise, occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and, depending on the role, work at heights or around airborne particles and electrical components. Physical activities may include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as the use of hands, arms, and voice communication. Some roles may require lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements may include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
EEO: Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer. As a federal contractor, Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.
About Prime Controls
Prime Controls operates as an engineering services firm specializing in industrial automation and construction. Founded in 2004, the company functions as a system integrator for various industries including semiconductor fabrication, energy, and data centers. It maintains a workforce of over 1,100 employees and is structured as an employee-owned company. The firm is based in Lewisville, Texas, and maintains multiple office locations across the United States.
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