Summer 2027 Safety Intern - Denver

Turner Construction Company•Denver, CO

1d•$22 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Turner Construction is seeking college students for an internship opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a global leader in construction. As an industry leader with over 120 years of experience, Turner Construction has been behind iconic projects across the globe. The Denver office has helped shape the local skyline with projects such as Meow Wolf, Sports Authority Field at Mile High, and Rocky Mountain Regional Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Denver’s current working portfolio includes everything from data centers and elaborate healthcare 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. This is not a remote/hybrid position and will be based in a Turner office or project location. This position will be posted throughout the 2026-2027 internship recruiting year.

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
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

Responsibilities

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