Safety Intern - Summer 2025

You may not know our name, but you know our products.  What we make is part of the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday. 

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.   

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us.  Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more. 

Come build a career you believe in. 

Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a summer Safety Intern to join our team located in Wheatland, PA. Reporting to the Safety Manager, this internship is designed to give you an understanding of how safety is driven at a Company who prioritizes safety first and has a strong safety culture. You will develop the skills and knowledge needed to provide a solid foundation to build a career in the safety field and work with a great group of people who really care about the job you do.  

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Supports the facility safety culture and improvements by participating in projects or initiatives identified by the site. 
• Assists in safety audits by collaborating with senior health and safety professionals to conduct workplace safety audits and inspections to identify potential hazards and compliance issues. 
• Collects and analyzes safety data, including incident reports, near misses, and safety performance metrics, and helps in preparing reports and recommendations based on data analysis. 
• Completes a safety project that is developed by the facility regarding specific needs. Will collect data, perform audits, compile results and recommendations. The candidate will then prepare a presentation to present to plant leadership who will offer suggestions prior to a Business Unit presentation. 
• Maintains and updates safety records, procedures, and policies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices. 
• Supports incident investigations by gathering information, interviewing witnesses, and assisting in root cause analysis. 
• Participates in the development and testing of emergency response plans and procedures. 
• Contributes to the creation and distribution of safety communication materials and initiatives to promote awareness and safe work practices. 
• Stays current with industry best practices, regulations, and emerging trends in health and safety to contribute ideas and recommendations for continuous improvement. 
• Leads and promotes healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy.  
• Performs other duties as they might be assigned. 
• Regular, full-time predictable onsite attendance is an essential function of this role. 

REQUIREMENTS 

• Pursing degree in health and safety, or related field 
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations  
• Strong written and verbal communication  
• Detail oriented and self-motivated  
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member 
• Ability to travel to Internship Summit, hosted at one of our Zekelman Industries’ locations 

PERKS OF INTERNSHIP 

• PAID internship experience, offering meaningful, hands-on work  
• Opportunity to collaborate with passionate teammates, engage in professional development, and receive regular feedback to support growth  
• Participation in company-wide networking events, learning sessions, and intern social activities 

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Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.  In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

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We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.