2027 Construction Safety Intern (Seattle)

Turner Construction Company•Seattle, WA

1d•$27 - $31•Hybrid

About The Position

Turner Construction is a leading general builder in the United States, known for its work in Healthcare, Education, Sports, Residential, Biotech, and Commercial Office sectors. The Seattle area has seen Turner Construction's involvement in iconic projects such as Century Link Field, the renovation of Husky Stadium, and the historic renovation of Pike Place Market. The company is recognized internationally for tackling complex projects, driving innovation, adopting emerging technologies, and positively impacting clients, employees, and communities. Turner Construction's internship program aims to provide interns with meaningful work on construction project teams, alongside opportunities to learn all aspects of the general contractor business. Interns will engage across projects, departments, and business units through various learning and social activities. The company seeks proactive leaders who thrive in a fast-paced, challenging, and collaborative environment, and who value sustainable building and inclusive, diverse workplaces.

Requirements

Enrolled and actively pursuing a college or university accredited degree program in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or a 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.

Nice To Haves

Students in Environmental Health and Safety are encouraged to apply.

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 company, Federal, State, and Local regulations, and owner/contractual requirements.
Assist with the administration of the drug screening program.
Assist with preconstruction meetings and conduct 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, tool box meetings, OSHA 300 log, MSDS and chemical inventory sheets, and incident investigations and metrics.
Conduct effective worker orientation programs for new employees and administer and record participation.
Perform other assigned activities, duties, and responsibilities under the direction of a supervisor.