Construction Safety Intern — Learn, Inspect & Protect

Turner Construction Company (old); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company is seeking a Safety Intern to assist on safety and loss control activities at our construction projects or offices in the Philadelphia area.

You will support implementing safety programs, help identify and report violations, coordinate safety duties, and participate in training, inspections, and records maintenance under supervision. This internship provides hands-on exposure to field safety in a leading construction firm.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited degree program in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field, with at least 1 year completed.
• Basic knowledge of safety and environmental principles.
• Interest in construction management and safety industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing Building LIFE and safety programs on projects or offices under supervision.
• Assist with identifying and reporting safety violations or unsafe practices.
• Assist with coordinating safety duties for committees, preplans, and toolbox meetings.
• Assist with coordinating training at safety meetings and orientations.
• Assist with reviewing subcontractor safety programs for completeness and compliance.
• Assist with promoting safe work practices and conditions per regulations and owner requirements.
• Assist with administration of drug screening aligned with requirements.
• Assist with preconstruction meetings and documenting outcomes.
• Assist with jobsite inspections and developing inspection summaries.
• Assist with maintaining safety records (plans, logs, training, meetings, incident metrics).
• Assist with worker orientation and recording participation.
• Other activities as assigned under supervisor guidance.

Skills

Safety principles

Communication skills

Independent & teamwork

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Education

Pursuing degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related field

Minimum 1 year completed education

Tools

MS Office suite

Collaboration tools

Job description

Turner Construction Company is seeking a Safety Intern to assist on safety and loss control activities at our construction projects or offices in the Philadelphia area.

You will support implementing safety programs, help identify and report violations, coordinate safety duties, and participate in training, inspections, and records maintenance under supervision. This internship provides hands-on exposure to field safety in a leading construction firm.