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The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Sustainability

AI generated summary

  • You should be an undergrad/grad in EH&S or related field, have transportation, strong communication skills, and be familiar with Microsoft Office. Team commitment and planning abilities are essential.
  • You will assist in safety onboarding, job site inspections, evaluating permits, and conducting incident investigations, including interviews and documentation.

Requirements

  • Open to undergraduate and graduate students interested in gaining hands-on practical experience in the construction environmental health and safety (EH&S) field.
  • Preferred candidates should be pursuing a degree in environmental health and safety management or a closely related field of study.
  • Assignments include office and job site; relocation to a remote site may be required.
  • Transportation is required.
  • Work periods are 10-12 weeks; 40 hours/week.
  • Housing may be provided in certain situations.
  • Desired candidates will be able to demonstrate:
  • Responsible team membership: commitment to the Project team, participation with company expectations, dedication to improving the safety culture throughout the business unit.
  • Professional communications skills verbally as well as in written format.
  • You should be familiar with the following software: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Exchange, etc.
  • Proven ability to plan, schedule and coordinate subcontract trades is paramount along with ability to interface well with Owners, Architects, Engineers, including the on-site management team.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in safety onboarding and safety meeting processes.
  • Assist in performing regular job site inspections to identify, document and recommend mitigation of hazardous/potentially hazardous conditions and verify correction actions have been completed.
  • Assist in evaluating various planning/permits such as: Hot Work, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Excavation, Steel Erection, Energized Work, Pre-cast Tilt-Up as examples for effective and appropriate mitigation techniques.
  • Assist in incident investigations to include interviews, data compilation, photographs and completing proper documentation.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Environmental Health & Safety Intern.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at 800 N. Magnolia Ave Suite 1550, Orlando, Florida.

Are there other locations available for this internship?

Yes, additional locations include Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Jacksonville, and West Palm Beach in Florida.

What is the expected duration of the internship?

The internship is expected to last between 10 to 12 weeks.

How many hours per week will the intern be expected to work?

The intern will be expected to work 40 hours per week.

Is transportation required for this internship?

Yes, transportation is required as assignments include both office and job site locations.

Will housing be provided during the internship?

Housing may be provided in certain situations, depending on the assignment.

What academic background is preferred for candidates applying for this internship?

Preferred candidates should be pursuing a degree in environmental health and safety management or a closely related field of study.

What tasks will the intern be expected to perform?

Interns will assist in safety onboarding, job site inspections, evaluating permits, and incident investigations among other tasks related to environmental health and safety.

What kind of working conditions can interns expect?

Interns will work in both indoor office settings and outdoor construction job site settings, which may involve physical activities such as sitting, standing, walking, and occasional lifting.

What personal protective equipment (PPE) will interns be required to wear?

Interns will be required to wear PPE including steel-toed boots, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, and vests.

What technical skills should candidates possess?

Candidates should be familiar with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Exchange.

To whom will interns report during their internship?

Interns will report to an Environmental Health & Safety Manager.

Is the company an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, the Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including to disabled individuals and veterans.

How should candidates apply for the internship?

Candidates can apply for the internship through the job posting, but applying for positions in multiple locations may result in a longer vetting process.

What skills will be valuable for this internship?

Responsible team membership, professional communication skills, and the ability to interface well with various stakeholders, including Owners, Architects, and Engineers, will be valuable.

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The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company

Working together is who we are and what we do.

Real Estate
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1909
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

“How fortunate we all are to work in an industry that produces such a tangible work product that affects so many profoundly. All of us face difficult obstacles on all of our projects, but at the end of the day, we collectively turn around, look at what we’ve created, and it takes our breath away. It’s why we do it.” - Tim Regan, President and CEO Whiting-Turner provides construction management, general contracting, design-build and integrated project delivery services on projects small and large for a diverse group of customers. Since 1909, the firm has been guided by the principles of integrity, excellence and an unwavering dedication to customer delight. With offices nationwide, the firm’s over 4,000 salaried professionals provide depth of resources to service nationally and to build locally. The mission of Whiting-Turner is to build on our reputation for integrity, excellence, experience and leadership as the nation’s finest construction organization. Our demonstrated stability, industry standing and financial strength serves as a model for the construction industry. Our strategy to promote from within allows us to develop our talent and leadership internally and encourages employee retention. We perennially rank with the top domestic general building contractors by Engineering News-Record (ENR), and do so through internal growth, not acquisition. Whiting-Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans, and is committed to diversity in our workplaces.