2027 EHS Intern

Skanska USA; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Skanska USA seeks an EHS Intern to gain hands-on safety experience in our construction projects. The intern will assist the project teams by learning to identify and mitigate hazards, while developing strong safety practices and documentation skills.

The role emphasizes communication, field learning, and collaboration with diverse teams, including trade partners, under supervision from EHS leaders within Skanska.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, Safety Management, Engineering, or related field
• OSHA 10
• First Aid/CPR/AED Training
• Member of American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) and National Safety Council (NSC)

Responsibilities

• Provide safety support and technical assistance to project teams while learning to identify and mitigate construction and environmental hazards.
• Gain a basic understanding of building and construction safety and assist in identifying and assessing EHS risks during different phases of the project.
• Maintain important safety documentation, such as incident reports and training records.

Skills

Strong communication

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Time management

Public speaking

Education

Undergraduate Construction Management / EHS / related

OSHA 10

First Aid/CPR/AED

ASSP / NSC membership

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Skanska is searching for a dynamic EHS Intern. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.

Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities, or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.

Skanska's values —Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer, and Care for Life—are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts.

The EHS Intern is an introductory role designed for individuals performing an internship as part of their college or university program, offering an opportunity to gain first‑hand experience in the construction industry. The intern will work under the supervision of an EHS Coordinator, Senior EHS Coordinator, Assistant EHS Manager, EHS Manager, or Senior EHS Manager. They will provide safety support and technical assistance to project teams while learning to identify and mitigate construction and environmental hazards. This role requires strong communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to be an excellent role model for both Skanska and subcontractor personnel.

The EHS Intern will support the project team by gaining a basic understanding of building and construction safety. They will assist in identifying and assessing EHS risks during different phases of the project and maintain important safety documentation, such as incident reports and training records.

Education and Association

• Undergraduate candidate in Construction Management, Environmental Health and Safety, or a related field relevant to construction.
• OSHA 10
• First Aid/CPR/AED Training
• Member of American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) and National Safety Council (NSC)

EHS Intern Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, Safety Management, Engineering, or a related field
• No prior experience required.
• Willingness to learn and grow, and commitment to contributing to our culture.
• Eagerness to work in the field, learn project dynamics and safety protocols, and collaborate with diverse teams including trade partners.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including presentation skills in public settings.
• Time management skills to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Qualified candidates, excluding current Skanska employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. Skanska does not anticipate providing employment‑related work sponsorship for this position (e.g. H-1B status)

Our Investment in you

Our Investment in ourselves and our permanent team members.

• We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always‑on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
• As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there’s a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
• At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we’re committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
• We’re committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth.
• Compensation and financial well-being – Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program.

Come work with us and join a winning team!

Background Check Required

Skanska is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, citizenship, protected veteran status, or any other categories protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Skanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, we’re one of the world’s largest construction and project development companies. With operations in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe, and the United States, global revenue totaled $15.9 billion in 2024.

Skanska in the U.S. operates 28 offices across the country, with its headquarters in New York City. In 2024, the U.S. construction sector generated $8.2 billion in revenue, and the U.S. development sector’s net investments in commercial projects totaled $224 million.

Together with our customers and the collective expertise of our 6,300 teammates in the U.S. and 26,300 globally, we create innovative and sustainable solutions that support healthy living beyond our lifetime.