Safety Intern Jobs in Tennessee

Safety Intern jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga, where manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare drive consistent demand for safety support across construction sites, distribution centers, and hospital systems. Employers such as Bridgestone Americas, FedEx, and Vanderbilt University Medical Center have established safety programs that regularly bring on interns for occupational health compliance, OSHA recordkeeping, and industrial hygiene support. The market covers students and recent graduates pursuing EHS careers alongside candidates cross-training from operations and facilities roles. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top employerTurner Construction Company
Top cityNashville, TN
Cities hiring8
Work type50% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Health & Safety Intern
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Health & Safety Intern
Wheel Works
Nashville, Tennessee
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Hybrid

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Environmental, Health, and Safety Intern - Summer 2027
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Environmental, Health, and Safety Intern - Summer 2027
Primient
Loudon, Tennessee
Health Informatics
Healthcare Administration
Public Health
1,001-5,000

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Environmental Health & Safety Intern - Summer 2027
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Environmental Health & Safety Intern - Summer 2027
Yanfeng
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Health Informatics
Healthcare Administration
Public Health
10,000+

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Intern -- Environmental Safety (Year round)
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Intern -- Environmental Safety (Year round)
BWX Technologies
Erwin, Tennessee
Accounting
Business Operations
Tax
$19.57 - $25.59/hr
On-Site
Bachelor of Science
5,001-10,000

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Safety Intern Summer 2027
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Safety Intern Summer 2027
Packaging Corporation of America
Counce, Tennessee
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Safety Intern Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Nashville
3 jobs
Memphis
2 jobs
Erwin
1 job
Counce
1 job
Dunlap
1 job
Loudon
1 job
Knoxville
1 job
Chattanooga
1 job

Safety Intern Job Market in Tennessee

A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Turner Construction Company4 open roles
Yanfeng1 open role
Primient1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing

What Tennessee Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in safety intern jobs across Tennessee.

  • Currently enrolled in an environmental health and safety, occupational health, or related degree program
  • Familiarity with OSHA standards including 29 CFR 1910 and 29 CFR 1926 general industry and construction regulations
  • Experience or coursework in hazard identification, incident investigation, or safety auditing processes
  • Ability to conduct facility walkthroughs, safety inspections, and document findings accurately
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools for reporting, data entry, and safety recordkeeping
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with supervisors and frontline workers

Safety Intern Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a safety intern in Tennessee?

Most safety intern roles in Tennessee require current enrollment in an accredited environmental health and safety, industrial hygiene, occupational health, or engineering program. Tennessee does not issue a state-specific license for interns, but employers in regulated industries expect familiarity with OSHA standards and often prefer candidates working toward credentials such as the OSHA Outreach certification or the Associate Safety Professional designation offered through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.

Which companies hire safety interns in Tennessee?

Companies currently hiring safety interns in Tennessee include Turner Construction Company, Yanfeng, and Primient, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Tennessee's concentration of automotive manufacturing, logistics hubs, and large healthcare systems means safety intern demand is especially active along the I-40 and I-65 corridors.

Which Tennessee cities have the most safety intern jobs?

Nashville, Memphis, and Erwin account for the most safety intern openings in Tennessee. Nashville's growth in construction, healthcare, and corporate headquarters drives the largest share of postings, while Memphis's freight and distribution industry anchors demand there, and Chattanooga's advanced manufacturing and automotive suppliers generate consistent openings in that market.

Are there remote safety intern jobs in Tennessee?

Yes, but they're rare. Safety intern work is largely hands-on, requiring site walkthroughs, equipment inspections, and direct observation of work processes that cannot be done remotely. About 50% of safety intern openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to cover administrative tasks such as safety data analysis, policy documentation, or regulatory compliance research.

How can I get hired as a safety intern in Tennessee with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to structured internship programs at large Tennessee employers while still enrolled in school. Manufacturers such as Bridgestone and Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant, along with healthcare systems like HCA Healthcare and Tennessee Valley Authority, run seasonal or summer programs designed for students without prior professional experience. Completing the OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour Outreach course before applying gives candidates a concrete credential that stands out at the application stage.

Where can I find and apply to safety intern jobs in Tennessee?

You can find and apply to safety intern jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and availability, and apply directly to each one that fits.

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