Summer 2027 Safety Intern - Chicago

Turner Construction Company•Chicago, IL

4d•$24 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

This internship position involves assisting with activities related to safety and loss control on a construction project or in an office setting, under the direction of a supervisor. The intern will support the implementation of safety programs, identify and report safety violations, coordinate safety-related meetings and training, review subcontractor safety programs, and promote safe work practices. Additional duties include assisting with the administration of drug screening programs, documenting meetings, conducting jobsite inspections, maintaining safety records, and conducting worker orientations. The role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual eager to learn about the construction industry and safety management.

Requirements

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.
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.
Access to reliable transportation required.

Nice To Haves

Flexible to work standard business hours and overtime as determined by assignment.
Limited travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Assist with implementing Building L.I.F.E. (Living Injury Free Everyday) and project safety program.
Assist with identifying and reporting safety violations or unsafe practices.
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.
Assist with promoting safe work practices and safe working conditions.
Assist with administration of drug screening program.
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, OSHA 300 log, MSDS and chemical inventory sheets, incident investigations and metrics).
Assist with conducting effective worker orientation program for new employees and administer and record participation.
Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.