Summer 2027 Construction Safety Internship

Keeley Construction Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeley Construction Group is seeking a Safety Intern for Summer 2027 to support safety program coordination and field inspections. You will assist in safety committees, trainings, and reviews of subcontractor safety plans under the guidance of the Project Safety Manager.

The role emphasizes learning Keeley’s safety culture, adherence to regulations, and contributing to safe work practices across projects. This internship offers hands-on experience in construction safety.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, or related field.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong listening and learning aptitude.
• Results-oriented and organized multitasker.
• 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 coordinating safety duties such as safety committees, preplanning meetings and toolbox meetings.
• Participate in training at safety meetings, toolbox meetings and orientations.
• Assist in reviewing subcontractor safety programs for compliance with Keeley policies.
• Promote safe work practices and conditions in line with regulations and contractual requirements.
• Assist in jobsite inspections with the Project Safety Manager or Superintendent.
• Maintain safety records, including pre-task plans, training records, and incident investigations.
• Complete assigned tasks and projects.
• Learn and adhere to Keeley safety culture and policies.
• Support Keeley's mission, vision, and values.

Skills

Teamwork

Learning aptitude

Communication

Problem solving

Proactiveness

Multitasking

Ask questions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related

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.

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