HBCU Safety and Risk Management Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/newprint/4764393) Apply  HBCU Safety and Risk Management Salary $18.00 Hourly Location Wake County, NC Job Type Temporary Full-Time Job Number 24-15185 Department Dept of Transportation Division Secretary Opening Date 12/19/2024 Closing Date 2/7/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Class Title NCDOT HBCU Safety & Risk Management and Workers’ Compensation Unit Intern Position Number 65022887 Salary Grade NC04 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description of Work Summer 2025 (May 2025 - August 2025) Full-time Work Schedule, Monday- Friday, 40 hours per week Position: Safety & Risk Management and Workers’ Compensation Unit Intern Location:313 Chapanoke Road, Raleigh, NC. Internship Duration:10-week internship (May 27-August 1, 2025) About the Internship:Join a team of dedicated professionals in the Safety & Risk Management and Workers’ Compensation Unit at NCDOT. This internship offers hands-on experience in occupational safety, employee well-being, and workers’ compensation processes. You’ll gain valuable insights into the role of safety and risk management in a large organization, working closely with professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment. Focus Areas: + Business operations in safety and risk management + Drug and alcohol programs for workplace compliance + Employee safety initiatives and training + Workers’ compensation processes and support Ideal Candidate:We’re seeking a proactive individual pursuing studies in Business, Occupational Safety & Health, or related fields. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for workplace safety are essential. Experience or coursework in safety or risk management is a plus. Key Responsibilities: + Assist with projects aimed at improving safety protocols and organizational workflows + Support the Workers' Compensation Unit with case management and reporting + Conduct research and compile data for safety-related initiatives + Collaborate with team members to identify and mitigate risks + Participate in daily feedback sessions and Q&A opportunities with the supervisor Internship Benefits: + Gain practical, real-world experience in safety and risk management + Build professional skills in a dynamic and supportive environment + Work closely with a mentor and receive daily feedback to enhance your learning + Contribute to meaningful projects that impact employee safety and well-being Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies + Resume: + Highlight your educational background, relevant coursework, skills, work experience, and extracurricular activities that demonstrate your qualifications for the position. + Academic Transcript: + Provide an unofficial or official transcript that lists your completed coursework, grades, and current GPA. This will help us assess your academic qualifications and areas of study. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail. + Must be a currently enrolled full-time student in a bachelors, masters, or professional level program at an accredited or recently graduated from a North Carolina Historically Black College/University (HBCU) or Minority Serving Institution (MSI) within the past three years. + 24 credit hours completed. + Minimum overall GPA of 2.5 (on 4.0 scale + Has legal right to work in the U.S. and do not need sponsorship To help you with your interview, we suggest that you do your research: know some background about NCDOT and the business area to which you are applying. We also suggest that you practice your interview skills by discussing your experience and job history with a family member, friend, or mentor. Supplemental and Contact Information Dr. Jarrett Eason jdeason1@ncdot.gov More Information About The Office of HBCU Outreach: Website: NCDOT: HBCU/MIHE Internship Program (https://www.ncdot.gov/initiatives-policies/students-youth/internship-programs/Pages/hbcu-mihe-internship.aspx) APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/index.html NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting An Equal Opportunity Employer, NC State Government noreply@nc.gov NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types. For permanent and time-limited appointments: Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation. 01 The North Carolina Department of Transportation requires that your application include all your relevant education and workforce experience. NCDOT does not accept "See Attached" or resumes in lieu of completing the "Education" and/or "Work Experience" section of the online application. CONFIRM - I understand that I will not be considered for employment with NCDOT if I submit an incomplete application. + Yes + No 02 Please answer the following in 300 -500 words: "What Skills Do You Hope to Gain or Develop if Selected as a Program Participant?" 03 Have you attached either a Word or PDF copy your unofficial transcript? + Yes + No 04 Have you attached either a Word or PDF copy your resume? + Yes + No 05 Select the College/University you currently attend. + Bennett College + NC A&T State University + Elizabeth City State University + NC Central University + UNC Pembroke + Fayetteville State University + Saint Augustine's University + Johnson C Smith University + Shaw University + Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte + Livingstone College + Winston Salem State University + None of the Above 06 Are you a North Carolina resident? + Yes + No 07 How did you hear about this program? + Career Fair + Online Job Posting + College/University website + Social Media + Word of Mouth + Prior Experience with NCDOT + Other 08 Please select any of the workforce development programs you have participated in. + National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI) + Construction Career Days + TRAC & Rides + Summer Engineering Assistants Program + Public Transportation Internship/Apprenticeship + HBCU Internship + None 09 Are you currently enrolled as a student in a bachelors, masters, or professional level program at an accredited institution? + Yes + No 10 Please choose the best option which describes your overall GPA based on a 4.0 scale. + 3.5-4.0 + 3.0-3.4 + 2.5-2.9 + 2.0-2.4 + Less than 2.0 11 Please provide the major you are currently enrolled in. 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