Construction Safety Internship

Walbridge offers a Summer Construction Safety Internship program designed to provide meaningful hands-on work experience and exposure to industry leaders across the organization.

You will play a hands-on role in ensuring the highest standards of safety on World-Class construction projects.  Walbridge’s award-winning safety program consistently delivers industry leading safety results.  Thinking, demanding and delivering safety in all aspects of business is our No. 1 core value.

Location:  You will work from a Walbridge job site in the US. 

Our goal is to provide professional experience for talented construction and safety students as a path for a full-time career with Walbridge upon graduation.

Our internships are competitive, paid positions throughout the typical summer months. Part-time work opportunities may also be available throughout the school year for those who qualify. 

Consistently safe jobsites are the result of training, on-going focus and accountability. There’s a mutual responsibility to keep ourselves and each other safe, and we stand behind our safety motto: “If it’s not safe, I won’t do it and I won’t let others do it.”

Safety Awards

• Thomas J. Reynolds Award for Excellence in Construction Safety & Health, TAUC
• AGC Michigan Outstanding Safety Performance Award

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of on-site safety and exposure monitoring to a variety of health hazards within construction.
• Assist in development of a comprehensive Corporate Industrial Hygiene program that complies with pertinent regulatory standards.
• Assist Superintendents, Project Managers, Engineers, and Coordinators with project-related Health hazards and mitigation
• Audit and develop corrective actions pertaining to Health-related hazards on projects in a variety of construction disciplines

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a safety related degree program (Environmental Health Science, Masters of Public Health and Environmental Health Science, Occupational Safety & Environmental Health) at an accredited college/university; prior construction or safety experience or military service a plus.
• Knowledge of technology, computers and software, including standard MS Office applications

Competencies of successful interns:

• Demonstrating Initiative. Takes action on his/her own without being prompted; handles problems independently; able to resolve issues without relying on extensive help from others; does more than is expected or asked.
• Delivering High Quality Work. Critically reviews work processes to ensure quality; addresses problems that could impact quality; makes sure project deliverables and services meet all requirements and expectations; does not make the same mistakes twice.
• Working Safely. Understands and embraces the Walbridge safety culture, policies and regulations; scans the environment for things that may pose a safety risk; encourages others to utilize safe and healthy work practices.
• Teamwork. Shows enthusiasm toward being a member of the group; actively participates in team meetings and activities; leverages the skills and interests of coworkers to achieve goals and solve problems; supports team decisions.
• Continuous Improvement. Thinks creatively and identifies issues/solutions to improve existing processes; engages with others to solve problems, develop new ideas and process improvements; learns from, and shares insights from past experience.
• Demonstrating Tenacity and Perseverance. Maintains high levels of energy and enthusiasm over an extended amount of time; does not give up when faced with challenging obstacles; completes what he/she starts; sees projects through to the end.
• Following Policies and Procedures. Understands and follows company policies; encourages others to follow work rules; calls attention to actions that may violate policies and procedures.
• Learning Quickly. Quickly comprehends new problems and situations; needs very little time to learn and master new processes or tools; able to figure things out as he/she goes along.

EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V

Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.