Construction Safety Intern — Learn & Grow

Turner Construction Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety intern to assist in safety and loss control activities on construction projects and at office locations in Charlotte, NC. Under supervision, you will help implement safety programs and support training, inspections, and record-keeping.

The role emphasizes hands-on exposure to safety procedures, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with safety personnel.

Qualifications

• Enrolled and actively pursuing college or university accredited degree program in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field with at least 1 year completed
• Basic knowledge of safety and environmental principles and techniques
• Desire to work in construction management and to learn about construction industry
• Flexible to work standard business hours and overtime as determined by assignment
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills including student leadership, volunteerism, or other community involvement
• Professional and clear verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work independently with direction and supervision, and in team environment
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficient computer and data entry skills, Microsoft Office suite
• Limited travel may be required, access to reliable transportation required

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing Building L.I.F.E. and project safety program under supervision
• Assist with identifying and reporting safety violations or unsafe practices
• Assist with coordination of safety duties for safety committees, preplanning meetings, and tool box meetings
• Assist with coordination of training at safety meetings, tool box meetings, and orientations
• Assist with reviewing subcontractor safety programs for completeness and compliance with company policies
• Assist with promoting safe work practices and safe working conditions in accordance with regulations and owner requirements
• Assist with administration of drug screening program
• Assist with preconstruction meetings and documenting meetings
• Assist with conducting jobsite inspections and developing inspection summaries
• Assist with maintaining safety records (e.g., pre-task plans, Job Hazard Analyses, training records, tool box meetings, OSHA 300 log, MSDS, etc.)
• Assist with worker orientation program and recording participation
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned under direction of supervisor

Skills

Basic safety principles

Construction management interest

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills / leadership

Independent work with supervision

Attention to detail

Proactive and eager to learn

Follow tasks and directions

Microsoft Office proficiency

Limited travel / transportation access

Education

Safety or Engineering degree program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Turner Construction Company is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety intern to assist in safety and loss control activities on construction projects and at office locations in Charlotte, NC. Under supervision, you will help implement safety programs and support training, inspections, and record-keeping.

The role emphasizes hands-on exposure to safety procedures, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with safety personnel.