Safety Intern - Boston (Summer 2026)

Turner Construction Company

1mo ago

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Construction & Surveying
Boston

AI generated summary

You must pursue a degree in Safety, Engineering, or a related field, have safety knowledge, strong communication skills, and be detail-oriented with computer proficiency. Flexibility and teamwork are key.
You will assist with safety program implementation, identify violations, coordinate training, conduct inspections, maintain safety records, and support orientation for new employees.

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 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.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Safety Intern position?

The Safety Intern position is for the summer of 2026.

What type of degree is required for this internship?

The candidate must be enrolled in an accredited degree program in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or a related field, and must have completed at least 1 year of education.

Will the intern have opportunities to work on construction sites?

Yes, the intern will have the opportunity to work on construction project sites as well as in office locations.

What type of skills are emphasized for this internship?

Essential skills include interpersonal skills, professional communication, attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Are there any physical requirements for this internship?

Yes, the internship requires physical ability to perform tasks such as climbing stairs and ladders, negotiating work areas under construction, and the ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Will the intern need to travel for this position?

Limited travel may be required, and access to reliable transportation is necessary.

Is there a focus on safety in this internship?

Yes, a significant focus is placed on assisting with safety and loss control activities, promoting safe work practices, and compliance with safety regulations.

Is this position paid?

The job description does not specify whether the position is paid or unpaid; candidates may need to inquire during the application process.

What kind of training will the intern receive?

The intern will assist with coordinating safety training during meetings, orientations, and tool box sessions under supervisor direction.

Is there a requirement for prior experience in the construction field?

While prior experience is not explicitly required, a desire to learn about the construction industry is emphasized in the qualifications.

Turner Construction Company

Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse markets

Engineering & Construction

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10,001+

Employees

1902

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse and numerous market segments. The company has earned recognition for undertaking large, complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for their clients, employees and community. OUR VISION To be the highest value provider of global construction services and technical expertise. Turner embraces a Lean management approach, and a culture that emphasizes collaboration, reliability of scheduling and delivery of the most value while consuming the fewest resources. Lean principles drive the efficient delivery of our services. Turner recognizes the importance of innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. A key element of our company vision is to develop and embrace emerging technologies and processes. As part of our effort to achieve this vision, Turner has a culture where employees share their ideas and engagement with one another to develop innovative ideas as well as evaluate and implement improvements at Turner. Turner fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion in which all employees contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, and have the opportunity to grow. Our diverse and inclusive workforce positions the company to grow, enhances our presence in diverse markets, and helps us build enduring relationships with each other, industry partners, and our clients. Turner understands the environmental, social, and economic impact of our activities and that it is our responsibility to conduct our business in a transparent and ethical manner that supports our goals for client service, community involvement, environmental performance, financial strength and employee health, safety and well-being. Our core values of integrity, teamwork and commitment guide our activities and we expect the organizations with which we do business to share our commitments.