Summer 2027 Safety Intern - Omaha

Turner Construction Company; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company invites college students to intern in Environmental Health and Safety in Omaha, NE. You will assist with safety programs on projects and offices, identify hazards, and help coordinate training and inspections.

The role emphasizes learning, teamwork, and hands-on experience on local projects, building a foundation in construction health and safety practices. Commitment to safety and local community is expected.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a college/university degree in Safety, Engineering, or related field with at least 1 year of coursework.
• Basic knowledge of safety and environmental principles and techniques.
• Desire to learn construction management and the industry.
• Flexibility for standard hours and overtime as assigned.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills from leadership, volunteering, or school activities.
• Clear verbal and written communication abilities.
• Accountability for own actions and tasks.
• Proactive, curious, and eager to participate.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• High attention to detail and organization.
• Able to take direction, learn quickly, and complete tasks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and data-entry tools.
• Limited travel may be required and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safety program implementation on construction projects or offices.
• Identify and report safety violations or imminent dangers.
• Coordinate safety duties for committees, preplanning, and toolbox meetings.
• Coordinate training at safety meetings and orientations.
• Review subcontractor safety programs for compliance.
• Promote safe work practices in line with regulations and owner requirements.
• Assist with drug screening program administration per requirements.
• Help with preconstruction meetings and document meetings.
• Support jobsite inspections and develop inspection summaries.
• Maintain safety records and incident metrics.

Skills

Safety principles

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Time management

Independent with direction

Adaptability

Education

Pursuing safety/engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data entry skills

Collaboration tools

Job description

Division: Omaha Main

Project Location(s): Omaha, NE 68154 USA

Minimum Years Experience:

Travel Involved:

Job Type: Seasonal

Job Classification: Intern

Education:

Job Family: Environmental Health and Safety

Compensation: Intern Non-Exempt

Looking to make an impact and gain hands-on experience with a global leader in construction? Turner Construction is inviting college students to apply for an internship opportunity that could shape your future and help you develop skills that will set you apart in the industry. As an industry leader with over 120 years of experience, Turner Construction has been behind iconic projects across the globe, including 10 of the world's 100 tallest buildings. Turner's Omaha office values relationships with trade partners, local businesses, and non-profit organizations, reflecting and reinforcing our commitment to Nebraska and local communities. Omaha's current working portfolio includes everything from data centers and elaborate pharmaceutical renovations to commercial spaces. During your internship, you'll get the chance to work on groundbreaking projects and see firsthand how our team brings ambitious ideas to life. At Turner, we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment where all employees can thrive.

Position Description

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

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Assist 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.

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.

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.