Construction Safety Co-op — Hands-On Field Experience

Kokosing; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking a Safety Co-op to gain hands-on experience supporting project teams and promoting a safe work environment on active construction sites in multiple states.

The role provides exposure to safety practices, regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, and safety planning under experienced professionals, with a focus on developing a career in construction safety and a culture of safe work.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in safety/engineering fields.
• All levels of students eligible (freshman–senior).
• Previous construction/safety experience beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Safety Specialists with implementing safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and planning discussions.
• Conduct jobsite walkthroughs to identify hazards and improvement opportunities.
• Document safety inspections, observations, audits, and corrective actions.
• Support development of project safety plans and training records.
• Help prepare safety communications and project updates.
• Learn incident reporting and investigation processes.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Occupational Safety and Health (pursuing)

Construction Management (pursuing)

Civil Engineering (pursuing)

Environmental Health and Safety (pursuing)

Industrial Technology (pursuing)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Kokosing is seeking a Safety Co-op to gain hands-on experience supporting project teams and promoting a safe work environment on active construction sites in multiple states.

The role provides exposure to safety practices, regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, and safety planning under experienced professionals, with a focus on developing a career in construction safety and a culture of safe work.