2027 DFW Safety Internship

Kent Companies; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Job summary

Kent Companies invites motivated undergraduates to join our summer safety internship. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to jobsite safety, risk analysis, documentation, and incident management while supporting world-class safety initiatives.

Based across Texas and other locations, this program emphasizes safety, productivity, quality, and customer service, offering real-world project experience and professional mentorship in a leading national contractor environment.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student pursuing construction safety, OSH, or CM.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assist with jobsite safety audits and incident reporting.
• Support safety initiatives and risk mitigation activities.
• Help maintain safety documentation and records.
• Collaborate with professionals to reinforce safety culture.

Skills

Jobsite Safety

Risk Analysis

Safety Documentation

Management and Mitigation

Education

Undergraduate student pursuing construction safety/OSH/CM

Job description

This summer internship is for undergraduate students pursuing construction safety, occupational safety and health (OSH), construction management, or a similar major.

KENT COMPANIES

is a full-service specialty trade contractor with operations across Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and the Carolinas. We employ over 2,000 trade professionals nationwide and deliver every project with our Four Hallmarks: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service. Kent Companies is recognized as the Leaders in Concrete and ranks #5 on the Top Concrete Contractors List by ENR Magazine.

BUILD YOUR SAFETY EXPERIENCE AT A TOP 5 NATIONAL CONTRACTOR.

Our internship program provides a hands-on experience in construction safety, giving you a front‑row seat to jobsite safety, risk analysis and mitigation, safety documentation, and case management. You'll work alongside industry professionals to support world‑class safety initiatives, conduct audits, and help reinforce a culture of safety.

FOCUS AREAS

Each skill is designed to provide real-world experience and deepen your understanding of how Safety drives success at a top-tier national contractor.

• Jobsite Safety: Visit active job sites to learn the risks and safety precautions taken to ensure teams go home safely every day
• Risk Analysis: Help identify potential hazards and implement proactive solutions
• Safety Documentation: Learn how record-keeping ensures compliance, tracks trends, and supports continuous job site safety
• Management and Mitigation: Ensure proper handling of incidents, facilitate timely reporting, and support employees in reducing risks all while maintaining compliance

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Requirements

• Valid Driver's License
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a drug screen
• Must be an undergraduate student pursuing construction safety, OSH, construction management, or a similar major
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future

Benefits

Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• Weekly pay