B&S Site Development is a fast‑growing leader in large‑parcel, mission‑critical site development, delivering complex, time‑sensitive civil construction projects for some of the world’s most demanding clients. Since 2003, we’ve built a reputation for precision, speed, and accountability—transforming large tracts of land into fully prepared e‑infrastructure sites through heavy civil expertise, disciplined project management, and a culture of ownership at every level. Our multi‑regional operations are supported by offices in Columbus, Ohio; Manassas, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia; South Hill, Virginia; and Atlanta, Georgia, enabling us to scale rapidly while maintaining exceptional execution standards.

At B&S, we believe in developing talent from within, fostering a culture where driven individuals can build long‑term careers. Whether in the field or the office, our teams are united by a shared commitment to innovation, safety, and delivering exceptional results for our clients.

Build Your Future in Construction Safety

At B&S Site Development, safety is more than compliance. It is how we protect our people, deliver exceptional work, and live our values every day. Our Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Internship Program is designed to develop the next generation of construction safety professionals through hands-on experience, field exposure, mentorship, and leadership development.

This immersive internship provides students with the opportunity to work alongside experienced safety and operations professionals while gaining practical knowledge of excavation safety, utility avoidance, fleet safety, incident management, leadership engagement, and safety systems.

Position Title

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Intern

Location

Columbus, Ohio-based project sites and B&S Site Development offices

Duration

10-week summer internship (with potential for extension)

Salary

$25/hour

Reports To

OHS Manager / Assigned OHS Mentor

Program Mission

To develop future occupational health and safety leaders by providing real-world construction industry experience, mentorship, and professional development in the systems, controls, and leadership routines that protect B&S employees and subcontractors every day.

What You'll Learn

As an OHS Intern, you will rotate through multiple aspects of the B&S safety program and gain direct exposure to active site development and utility construction projects.

Core Learning Areas

Field Safety Operations
Excavation and Trench Safety
Utility Damage Prevention
Incident Investigation and Reporting
Fleet and Equipment Safety
Safety Management Systems
Project Planning and Risk Assessment
Leadership Engagement and Safety Culture

Key Responsibilities

Field Safety

Attend and observe daily Morning Huddles and Pre-Start Safety Meetings.
Review Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and Daily Job Briefs with field teams.
Participate in safety observations, inspections, and Leadership Walks.
Support OHS personnel with safety documentation and follow-up activities.
Observe crew engagement and safety leadership best practices in the field.

Fleet and Equipment Safety

Learn equipment inspection procedures and documentation requirements.
Observe spotter practices and equipment movement planning.
Participate in discussions regarding equipment blind spots, safe approach procedures, and parking/chocking requirements.
Gain exposure to fleet safety programs and controls.

Excavation and Utility Avoidance

Follow utility locating processes from ticket creation through field verification.
Observe utility damage prevention practices.
Learn excavation safety principles and competent person responsibilities.
Observe trench protective systems and excavation inspections from outside the excavation.

Incident Reporting and Safety Systems

Learn incident and near-miss reporting procedures.
Assist in preparing Lessons Learned communications.
Review trends and leading indicators from safety observations and reporting platforms.
Gain exposure to safety policies, procedures, and performance metrics.