Intern Advantage Program - SoCal - Safety Internship

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. seeks Construction Safety Interns for its 2027 Summer program.

This 10+ week internship is a 40-hour-per-week on-site experience in Southern California, focusing on real-world safety work and program immersion. Applicants must be sophomores or juniors pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s in Occupational Health and Safety, Public Health, or related fields, with a valid interest in construction safety and a willingness to relocate or commute.

Qualifications

• Sophomore or Junior standing in relevant degree programs.
• Genuine interest in a Construction Safety career.
• General knowledge of safety and construction principles/processes.
• Willingness to relocate or commute for the internship duration.
• Reliable transportation to get to and from the jobsite.

Responsibilities

• Support and monitor safety efforts of subcontractors and McCarthy employees.
• Conduct weekly toolbox meetings and enforce safety guidelines.
• Ensure Site-Specific Safety Manual procedures are followed.
• Assist with new hire safety documents and onboarding.
• Assist in safety investigations and corrective actions.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Construction principles

Willingness to relocate

Reliable transportation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Occupational Health and Safety

Public Health or related major

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is one of America's premier commercial construction companies. Our reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on building high-performing teams that collaborate with clients and industry partners starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. With offices and employees nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types including healthcare, education, renewable energy, marine, water/wastewater, commercial office and retail, hospitality/entertainment and airports. Originally founded as a family business in 1864, today we are proud to be 100 percent employee-owned.

2027 Summer Internship

This posting is for 2027 Summer Internship applications for students currently working towards a Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Public Health, or related major.

McCarthy Building Companies offers one of the best paid Construction Safety Internship experiences in the nation. Safety interns will have the opportunity to engage in real-world, hands‑on experience. McCarthy is seeking Construction Safety Interns for this Summer program. This is a 10+ week commitment during the summer, working 40-hours per week.

Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding the status of their application. We are unable to accept phone calls about application statuses at this time. We appreciate your patience as we review each application and respond accordingly.

Real Experience. Real Results.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support and monitor safety efforts of subcontractors and McCarthy employees, conducting project safety "Toolbox" meetings weekly and enforcing safety guidelines utilizing disciplinary policy
• Ensure that the procedures outlined in the Site-Specific Safety Manual are implemented on the project site
• Help with issuance of new hire safety documents and lead the immersion of new employees and subcontractors into the McCarthy safety culture.
• Coordinate with project supervision to ensure personal protective equipment/safety materials and first aid supplies are available and utilized, and all safety documents are posted.
• Participate in investigating accidents and injuries, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective measures. Support the conduction of safety/health inspections, coordinating responses and compliance reports.

Position Qualifications:

• Students with Sophomore or Junior standing currently working towards a Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Public Health, or related major.
• Must have valid interest in pursuing a career in Construction Safety
• General knowledge of safety and construction principles/processes
• Willingness to relocate and/or commute for the internship duration required
• Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the assigned jobsite

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

For Southern California locations only, the hourly rate for this position is $28. This does not include possible subsistence and other benefits which can impact total compensation.