Construction Safety Intern — Learn, Impact & Grow

Turner Construction Company; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

On-site learning environment

Job summary

Turner Construction Company is seeking a safety intern to assist with building LIFE initiatives and daily safety tasks on construction projects or office locations. You will help implement safety programs, report hazards, coordinate safety meetings, and support training and inspections.

The role emphasizes collaboration with supervision, learning in a hands-on environment, and adherence to safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in college and pursuing Safety/OSH or related field, minimum 1 year education completed.
• Basic safety and environmental principles knowledge.
• Desire to learn construction management and safety practices.
• Willingness to work standard hours and overtime as needed.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing safety programs on construction sites and offices.
• Help identify and report safety violations and imminent hazards.
• Coordinate safety duties for committees, preplanning, and toolbox meetings.
• Support safety training at meetings, toolbox sessions, and orientations.
• Review subcontractor safety programs for compliance with policies.
• Promote safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with drug screening administration per requirements.
• Document meetings and conduct jobsite inspections.
• Maintain safety records and incident metrics.
• Participate in new-employee orientations and record participation.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Proactive learning

Microsoft Office

Education

Pursuing college degree in Safety/OSH or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Collaboration tools

Job description

Turner Construction Company is seeking a safety intern to assist with building LIFE initiatives and daily safety tasks on construction projects or office locations. You will help implement safety programs, report hazards, coordinate safety meetings, and support training and inspections.

The role emphasizes collaboration with supervision, learning in a hands-on environment, and adherence to safety regulations.