Safety Internship - Summer 2026

Safety Internship - Summer 2026 Req #42 Marquette Transportation Company, LLC, 150 Ballard Circle, Paducah, Kentucky, United States of America Apply Share Job Description Posted Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 2:00

AM About Marquette:

Headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky and founded in 1978, Marquette is a leading provider of inland marine transportation services. Our Company operates over 130 towboats on the Mississippi River System, Gulf-Intracoastal Waterway, and near-shore coastwise market. In addition, the Company controls over 1,000 dry cargo barges. The Company has additional offices in St Rose, LA, Lockport, LA and La Porte, TX. With over 1,800 vessel and shore-based employees, Marquette is the largest provider of independent towing services within the inland waterways. We are the only fully integrated fleet in the industry that can do what we do.

Principal Responsibilities:

Provide a full range of clerical/administrative support, including the composition and preparation of routine correspondence, presentations, and reports using computer software applications. Develop and maintain efficient, positive control over all records associated with safety training, lesson plans, audits, corrective actions, manuals, and reports. Document vessel audit results and track deficiencies and corrective actions. Maintain database of audits/inspections and expiration dates. Develop and maintain a database of training conducted onboard vessels and shore-side. Prepare reports and extracts as required. Prepare and deliver meeting and training presentations and follow-up on timelines and deliverables. Conduct safety training for shore-based and vessel employees. Advises supervisor of any issues or recommendations to ensure orderly and efficient administrative operations. Ability to travel and board vessels in remote areas on the river system. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written. Excellent customer service skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Team player, dependability, punctuality, and professionalism are a must. Why Join Us? Gain hands-on experience in safety operations within the inland marine industry. Learn how safety programs, audits, and training are implemented. Networking opportunities throughout the Company and with other summer interns. Inclusive and diverse culture. This is a paid summer internship opportunity located onsite at the corporate headquarters in Paducah, KY. Marquette is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. By clicking the link below, you authorize Marquette Transportation Company, LLC to contact you by any method at the number provided. Job Details Pay Type Hourly Scan this QR code and apply! Download Marquette Transportation Company, LLC, 150 Ballard Circle, Paducah, Kentucky, United States of America