Intern Safety

Description

Job Summary

NiSource is currently seeking a Summer Safety Intern in Columbus, OH. Successful applicants will become integral members of the department while learning within a team environment, completing meaningful tasks and collaborating with team members and leaders on important projects. These positions will be a great opportunity for the candidate desiring to launch their career in the Operations field. Successful applicants will build professional relationships with other interns and all levels of NiSource personnel while participating in rewarding professional development exercises and fun, team-building activities. Interns will obtain a broad overview of NiSource's operations and current events in the utilities industry.

This position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring on-site presence three days per week and remote work two days per week.

Required Qualifications For Position

- Successful candidate to be currently enrolled in an accredited university majoring in Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Operations Management, Construction Safety, Business Management or related discipline.

- Required GPA 3.0 and above.

- Experience working independently

- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

- Excellent analytical abilities, including process analysis and development, problem-solving and root-cause analysis.

- Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship

- Strong verbal and written skills

- Demonstrated problem analysis and solving

Physical Demands

- May include lifting up to 25 lbs, sitting/standing for 8 hour period

- The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Salary Range*:

$17.20 - $29.70

- The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date:

2025-08-29

Posting End Date (if applicable):

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Summary

The Safety intern will participate in creating and maintaining Safety related programs, continuously improving our safety communications, reviewing safety policies and procedures, safety strategy planning and more!