What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2026 Construction Safety Internship position at keeleyconstruction?
At Keeley Companies, we believe in empowering our people and fulfilling career aspirations. Keeley is a career destination with countless opportunities for advancement, and a world-class family culture that is centered around creating the best possible environment for our people to thrive.
Keeley Construction is looking for a Safety Intern to join our Safety Group in Summer 2025.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist in coordination of safety duties in such areas as safety committees, preplanning meetings, and toolbox meetings.
- Participate in training at safety meetings, toolbox meetings, and orientations.
- Assist in review of subcontractor safety programs for completeness and compliance with Keeley’s policies.
- Assist in promoting safe work practices and safe working conditions in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations and owner/contractual requirements.
- Assist in conducting jobsite and work area inspections with the Project Safety Manager or Superintendent. Review with Superintendent for distribution to subcontractors and Business Unit Safety Director.
- Assist in maintaining safety records, including pre-task plans, training records, tool box meetings, incident investigations, and metrics.
- Responsible for the completion of any assigned tasks and projects.
- Learn and strictly adhere to the safety culture and policies.
- Support Keeley’s mission, vision, and values
Minimum Qualifications
- In the process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related degree.
- Ability to work onsite in Norfolk, VA.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Intuitive listener with high aptitude for learning
- Results oriented and organized multi-tasker.
- Problem solver with innovative ideas
- Self-starter and not afraid to ask questions.
- Advanced written and oral communication skills.
All candidates agree to complete an assessment for selection and pre-employment drug screen.
EOE/AA M/F/Disabled/Vet
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