Safety Intern

#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

JOB SUMMARY

ONEOK is seeking a Safety & Health Intern in Bridgeport, TX to support field operations and promote a safe, compliant work environment. This hands-on internship offers students in safety, health, or environmental programs the opportunity to assist with inspections, audits, and industrial hygiene monitoring while learning OSHA regulations and real-world hazard mitigation strategies. Interns will gain valuable experience through job site visits, emergency drills, and collaboration with seasoned safety professionals. If you're passionate about workplace safety and eager to grow in a dynamic energy company, this is your chance to make an impact.

Job Summary

The Safety & Health Intern will support the Safety & Health (S&H) team in promoting a safe and healthy work environment. This internship is designed for students currently enrolled in a two- or four-year safety, health, or environmental program who are seeking hands-on experience in the field. Under close supervision, the intern will assist with basic safety tasks, learn regulatory compliance practices, and gain exposure to ONEOK’s Environmental, Safety, and Health Management System.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist in promoting compliance with established safety and health procedures and practices in field operations.

- Support the identification and communication of potential safety and health risks; help recommend basic control measures under guidance.

- Participate in safety-related observations, inspections, and audits alongside experienced team members.

- Help gather and organize data related to incidents, near misses, and property damage; assist in preliminary documentation and reporting.

- Shadow team members during safety training sessions and assist with preparation and logistics.

- Participate in job site visits to observe and learn about hazard identification and mitigation strategies.

- Assist with basic industrial hygiene monitoring activities (e.g., noise, air quality) under supervision.

- Attend and support emergency response drills and safety meetings.

- Learn to interpret and apply OSHA regulations and company safety policies in real-world settings.

Education and Qualifications

- Currently enrolled in a two- or four-year degree program in Safety, Health, Environmental Science, or a related field.

- Basic understanding of occupational safety principles and interest in pursuing a career in the safety and health field.

- Strong communication and organizational skills.

- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the internship, the intern will have gained:

- Practical experience in field safety operations and compliance.

- Exposure to regulatory frameworks such as OSHA standards.

- Insight into the role of safety professionals in supporting operational excellence.

- Experience working with cross-functional teams and communicating safety information effectively.

Work Experience

- None required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Ability to: take initiative, demonstrate a positive attitude with an eagerness to learn, and be adaptable

- Ability to: apply basic arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and/or advanced math, algebra, and/or statistical methods

- Ability to: communicate, exchange written and verbal information and/or instructions

- Ability to: contribute critical thinking skills, work well in teams, have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and strong verbal and written communication skills

Licenses and Certifications

- None required

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

- Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

- Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)

- Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)

- Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)

- Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)

- Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)

- Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)

- Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)

- Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)

- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)

- Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)

- Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)

- Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)

- Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)

- Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)

- Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)

- Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)

- Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)

- Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)

- Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)

- Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)

- Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)

- Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)

- Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)

- Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

- Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

Working Conditions

- Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)

- Outdoor weather conditions (Occasionally)

- Dust, fumes, gases (Occasionally)

- Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)

- CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Travel

- Travel to other locations may be required

Driving

- Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.

ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547.