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The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company

3mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Pittsburgh

AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergrad/grad student in EH&S or related field, have strong communication skills, be familiar with Microsoft software, and able to wear personal protective equipment.
  • You will assist with safety onboarding, job site inspections, evaluating planning/permits, and conducting incident investigations, including documentation and recommending hazard mitigations.

Requirements

  • Open to undergraduate and graduate students interested in gaining hands-on practical experience in the construction environmental health and safety (EH&S) field. Qualified applicants will assist project teams in managing EH&S programs on construction projects.
  • 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.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to, steel toed boots, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
  • 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 are the requirements for applying to the Environmental Health & Safety Intern position?

Applicants should be undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a degree in environmental health and safety management or a closely related field.

Where is the job location for the internship?

The job location is 30 Isabella St, Suite 101, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship work periods are 10-12 weeks at 40 hours per week.

Is transportation required for this position?

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

Will housing be provided for interns?

Housing may be provided in certain situations based on the project's location and needs.

What type of tasks will interns be assigned?

Interns will assist with safety onboarding, job site inspections, evaluating permits, and incident investigations.

What are the working conditions for the internship?

Interns will work in both indoor office settings and outdoor construction job sites, requiring various physical activities such as sitting, standing, and lifting up to 40 lbs.

What technical skills are necessary for applicants?

Applicants should be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Exchange, as well as possess planning and scheduling abilities.

Who will interns report to during their internship?

Interns will report to an Environmental Health & Safety Manager.

What is the company’s stance on equal opportunity employment?

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including for individuals with disabilities and veterans.

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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.