Summer 2027 Construction Safety Internship

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

Job summary

Keeley Construction is seeking a Safety Intern for Summer 2027 to support safety duties across project sites in New Braunfels, TX. You will assist with coordination of safety programs, toolbox talks, and training sessions while learning Keeley’s safety culture and policies.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or Construction Management, with strong communication skills and a readiness to learn multiple tasks in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordination of safety duties (committees, preplanning and toolbox meetings).
• Participate in safety trainings, meetings and orientations.
• Assist in reviewing subcontractor safety programs for compliance with Keeley policies.

Skills

Independent worker

Team player

Active listening

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Oral and written communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety/Construction

Job description

At Keeley Companies, we believe in empowering our people and fulfilling career aspirations. Keeley is a career destination with countless opportunities for advancement, and a world-class family culture that is centered around creating the best possible environment for our people to thrive.

Keeley Construction is looking for a Safety Intern to join Keeley Construction for Summer 2027.

Primary 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.

Minimum 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.

All candidates agree to complete an assessment for selection and pre-employment drug screen.
EOE/AA M/F/Disabled/Vet

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