Safety Intern - Summer 2027

Job purpose

The Safety Intern supports the project team in implementing and maintaining the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) program on active construction sites. Under the guidance of the Safety Coordinator and Superintendent, the intern assists in promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with company policies, client requirements, and OSHA standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the project Safety Coordinator and Superintendent in daily safety activities and inspections.
• Help ensure contractor compliance with company safety plans and policies.
• Participate in routine job site inspections and document observations in the HCSS system or other reporting tools.
• Support the collection, organization, and maintenance of safety documentation such as Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Toolbox Talks, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), inspection reports, and permits.
• Observe and assist in incident investigations and preparation of related reports.
• Participate in new employee safety orientations and other safety meetings.
• Support the review of safety submittals, training records, and equipment inspection reports.
• Promote company safety initiatives and culture across the project team.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to safety compliance tracking and recordkeeping.
• Attend project and corporate safety committee meetings as directed.

Qualifications

• Current student actively pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Safety Management, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of construction safety principles and OSHA regulations.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using digital reporting tools.
• Able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in varying weather conditions.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors.
• The noise level is usually moderate to loud.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be required to travel and be exposed to inclement weather including cold and heat.
• Ability to climb a ladder and crawl in small spaces (if required) and/or (bridges).

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; used hands to handle/feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• You are occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop or kneel
• You must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The position requires that you will walk the construction site, climb ladders, climb stairs and walk on uneven ground.
• Position will require employee to spend a large portion of their time on the project sites.