Construction Safety Intern – Summer 2027 (Hands-On)

Keeley Construction Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeley Construction Group in Austin, TX, is seeking a Safety Intern for Summer 2027 to support safety coordination on the jobsite. The role offers exposure to safety committees, training sessions, and inspections in compliance with applicable regulations and Keeley policies.

As part of a collaborative team, you will learn Keeley’s safety culture, contribute to incident tracking, and help promote safe work practices while developing professional skills in occupational safety and construction

Qualifications

• In the process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, or related degree.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Intuitive listener with high aptitude for learning.
• Results oriented and organized multi-tasker.
• Problem solver with innovative ideas
• Self-starter and not afraid to ask questions.
• Advanced written and oral communication skills
• Desire to learn multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordination of safety duties in such areas as safety committees, preplanning meetings and toolbox meetings.
• Participate in training at safety meetings, toolbox meetings and orientations.
• Assist in review of subcontractor safety programs for completeness and compliance with Keeley's policies.
• Assist in promoting safe work practices and safe working conditions in accordance with all Federal, State and Local regulations and owner/contractual requirements.
• Assist in conducting jobsite and work area inspections with the Project Safety Manager or Superintendent. Review with Superintendent for distribution to subcontractors and Business Unit Safety Director.
• Assist in maintaining safety records, including pre-task plans, training records, tool box meetings, incident investigations and metrics.
• Responsible for the completion of any assigned tasks and projects.
• Learn and strictly adhere to the safety culture and policies.
• Support Keeley's mission, vision, and values.

Skills

Teamwork

Learning aptitude

Communication

Problem solving

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health/Construction Management or related

Job description

Keeley Construction Group in Austin, TX, is seeking a Safety Intern for Summer 2027 to support safety coordination on the jobsite. The role offers exposure to safety committees, training sessions, and inspections in compliance with applicable regulations and Keeley policies.

As part of a collaborative team, you will learn Keeley’s safety culture, contribute to incident tracking, and help promote safe work practices while developing professional skills in occupational safety and construction