Risk Management & Safety Intern
Location: North Charleston, SC (Store Support Center – Onsite)
Job Title: Risk Management & Safety Intern
Reports To: Manager, Claims & Insurance
Job Overview: The Risk Management & Safety Intern will support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of risk, safety, and claims management strategies across a multi-state, multi-site convenience store and fuel retail operation. This role is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented individual pursuing a career in corporate risk, insurance, safety, or compliance. The intern will gain exposure to real-world incident investigations, insurance claims, safety audits, enterprise risk assessments, and business continuity initiatives—all under the mentorship of risk management leadership.
Learning, Responsibilities, and Duties:
1. Core Risk Management Principles
•Insurance 101: Policy types, limits, deductibles, exclusions, endorsements
•Enterprise Risk vs.Operational Risk
•How incidents (slips, thefts, fuel spills, etc.) are tracked, analyzed, and prevented
•Legal risk, liability exposure, and risk transfer mechanisms (like vendor contracts and COI management)
2. Safety & Compliance Fundamentals
•OSHA basics and how regulatory compliance is maintained at scale
•Store-level safety audits and what to look for (e.g., trip hazards, fire suppression readiness, etc.)
•Root cause analysis and corrective action plans
3. Business Continuity & Emergency Planning
•How we plan for hurricanes, robberies, power outages, and supply chain disruptions
•Crisis communication planning and post-incident response workflows
4. Claims & Insurance Strategy
•How GL, Workers Comp, Auto, and Property claims are managed from incident to closure
•Internally reviewing claims data to identify trends and recommend preventive actions
•Collaborating with third-party adjusters, attorneys, etc.
5. Data-Driven Decision Making
•Building reports in Excel or Power BI for claims, safety audit scores, and incident heat maps
•How data drives policy, training, and investment decisions
Preferred Qualifications & Education
•Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in one of the following fields (or related):
o Risk Management
o Safety or Occupational Health
o Business Administration
o Insurance & Risk
o Criminal Justice
o Legal Studies
o Emergency Management
•GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
•Strong written and verbal communication skills
•Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
•Analytical mindset with attention to detail and the ability to interpret trends and data
•Comfortable working independently and within a fast-paced, evolving corporate environment
•Interest in retail operations, safety, insurance, compliance, and/or business continuity
•Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel occasionally to store locations, if needed
Working Environment & Physical Requirements
•Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
•Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
•Must be able to travel up to 25%.
At-Will Employment: This position is at-will, which means that either the employee or the Company may terminate employment at any time, with or without advance notice, and with or without cause.
EEO Statement: Refuel is an equal opportunity employment employer to all applicants and team members. Refuel does not unlawfully discriminate on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, or any information based on genetic background, family-care status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression where a person’s gender-related appearance and behavior may not be stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
The job duties, responsibilities, requirements, and aspects stated in this job description are not meant to be exhaustive. Additional job duties not listed here may be required. Further, the Company may change or add the job duties, responsibilities, requirements, and aspects listed here at any time in its sole and final discretion.
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At Refuel, we want to change your view of what to expect from a convenience store. We are investing in technology and building innovative stores to be the brand you trust – for everything you need.
Job Type: fulltime
Schedule:
Education: No education required
Work location: On-site