Construction Safety Intern (Summer 2026)

Are you a passionate problem solver? Do you act with integrity and hold yourself and others to the highest standard? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will impress you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies. 

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work.

• Competitive hourly compensation with overtime potential
• Housing covered when traveling away from home
• Per diem when traveling away from home
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage when you intern or co-op with us for at least 3 months

We are looking for a highly motivated College Safety Intern/Co-op, who is passionate about the construction process to join our team. At ARCO, an Intern/Co-op has the opportunity to assist Safety Managers with the following:

• Visit Jobsites and get hands on experience from our expert field personnel on projects in a variety of industries including distribution, office, foodservice, multi-family housing, entertainment and more.
• Hone your safety skills working directly with an experienced Safety Manager on design/build construction projects clients including Fortune 500 companies, award winning commercial real estate developers and small business end users.
• Make a meaningful contribution to ARCO’s success by performing critical safety related tasks.

At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services. 

• Minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0 out of 4.0.
• Enrolled in Environmental Health and Safety programs, or other related degree programs.
• Co-op or Intern construction experience preferred, but not required.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to travel nationwide to visit projects.
• Possess and maintain a current, valid driver license in your state of residence

With 38 offices in major cities across the United States, we are one of the most dynamic and fastest-growing construction companies in the nation. As a leader in the design/build industry ranking #3 on the ENR's Top 100 Design-Build Companies list, we know that the best work requires the best talent – that’s why we are always looking for the best and brightest to join our team of experts.

At ARCO, we are committed to taking care of our greatest asset – our team. From Project Managers to Interns and Co-ops, ARCO is dedicated to creating a workplace in which associates feel valued and empowered to succeed. From paid sabbaticals to premier compensation and everything in-between, we pride ourselves in making ARCO, not only a great place to work but the best place to build a career. From the moment an associate begins his or her career at ARCO, the opportunity for success is limitless.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO’s Human Resource team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers.

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EOE, including disability/vets