Carolinas Safety Intern 2027

Turner Construction Company•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This internship involves assisting with activities related to safety and loss control within a construction project or office environment. The intern will support the implementation of safety programs, identify and report safety violations, coordinate safety-related meetings and training, and assist with administrative tasks such as reviewing subcontractor safety programs and managing safety records. The role requires a proactive individual with strong communication and organizational skills, eager to learn about construction safety.

Requirements

Enrolled and actively pursuing a college or university accredited degree program in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field of study.
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 learn about the 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 a 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.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing Building L.I.F.E. (Living Injury Free Everyday) and project safety program.
Identify and report safety violations or unsafe practices, with emphasis on situations of imminent danger.
Coordinate safety duties for safety committees, preplanning meetings, and tool box meetings.
Coordinate training at safety meetings, tool box meetings, and orientations.
Review subcontractor safety programs for completeness and compliance.
Promote safe work practices and conditions in accordance with regulations and contractual requirements.
Assist with the administration of the drug screening program.
Assist with preconstruction meetings and conducting research.
Document meetings under the direction of a supervisor.
Conduct jobsite and work area inspections and assist with developing inspection summaries.
Maintain safety records, including pre-task plans, Job Hazard Analyses, training records, OSHA 300 log, MSDS, chemical inventory sheets, and incident investigations.
Conduct effective worker orientation programs for new employees and administer and record participation.
Perform other assigned activities, duties, and responsibilities.