Summer 2027 Safety Intern - Buffalo

Turner Construction Company; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Safety Intern for a June–August 2027 program. This on-site role offers hands-on experience supporting safety and loss control activities on construction projects or office locations, averaging 40 hours per week.

You will assist with safety program implementation, reporting, inspections, and training coordination, under supervision. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related fields, with strong

Qualifications

• Enrolled in college or university with a degree focus in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field, with at least 1 year completed.
• Basic knowledge of safety and environmental principles and techniques.
• Desire to work in construction management and learn the construction industry.
• Flexible to work standard business hours and overtime as determined by assignment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with direction and in a team environment.
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn and participate.
• Proficient with MS Office and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing Building L.I.F.E. and safety programs on construction projects or office locations.
• Assist with identifying and reporting safety violations or unsafe practices.
• Coordinate safety duties for safety committees, preplanning meetings, and toolbox talks.
• Assist with coordinating training at safety meetings and orientations.
• Assist with reviewing subcontractor safety programs for compliance with company policies.
• Promote safe work practices and conditions in accordance with regulations and owner/contractual requirements.
• Assist with administration of drug screening programs as required.
• Assist with preconstruction meetings and documenting meetings under supervision.
• Assist with jobsite inspections and developing inspection summaries.
• Assist with maintaining safety records (pre-task plans, JHA, training records, OSHA 300 log, MSDS, etc.).
• Assist with conducting worker orientations and recording participation.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Proactive learner

MS Office

Education

Enrollment in Occupational Safety & Health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The salary range for this position is estimated to be 20.00 - 25.00USD annualized.

This position is from June through August 2027 and will be 40 hours per week. Shifts will vary based on project needs.

Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Position Description:Assist in activities associated with safety and loss control while working on construction project or office location.

• TAssist with implementing Building L.I.F.E. (Living Injury Free Everyday) and project safety program while working on construction project or office location and under direction by supervisor.
• Assist with identifying and reporting safety violations or unsafe practices, with emphasis on situations of imminent danger to life or property.
• Assist with coordination of safety duties for safety committees, preplanning meetings, and tool box meetings.
• Assist with coordination of training at safety meetings, tool box meetings, and orientations.
• Assist with reviewing subcontractor safety programs for completeness and compliance with company policies,
• Assist with promoting safe work practices and safe working conditions in accordance with company, Federal, State and Local regulations, and owner/contractual requirements.
• Assist with administration of drug screening program (e.g., pre-employment, post-accident, random, cause) aligned with company and/or client requirements.
• Assist with preconstruction meetings and conducting research. Document meetings under direction of supervisor.
• Assist with conducting jobsite and work area inspections and assist with developing inspection summary.
• Assist with maintaining safety records (e.g., pre-task plans, Job Hazard Analyses, training records, tool box meetings, maintenance of the OSHA 300 log, maintenance of MSDS and chemical inventory sheets, incident investigations and metrics).
• Assist with conducting effective worker orientation program for new employees and administer and record participation.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned and under direction of supervisor.

This is not a remote/hybrid position and will be based in a Turner office or project location.

Qualifications:

• Enrolled and actively pursuing college or university accredited degree program in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field of study, and minimum of 1 year of completed education, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Basic knowledge of safety and environmental principles and techniques
• Desire to work in construction management and to learn about construction industry
• Flexible to work standard business hours and overtime as determined by assignment
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills including student leadership, volunteerism, or other community involvement
• Professional and clear verbal and written communication skills
• Assume personal and professional accountability for own actions and activities
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn and participate
• Able to work independently with direction and supervision, and in team environment
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Able to take direction, learn and process information quickly, and follow tasks through to completion
• Proficient computer and data entry skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications, and collaboration tools
• Limited travel may be required, access to reliable transportation required

Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performance of the required duties require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

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Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.