Construction Safety Intern - Summer 2026 - Colorado Area

Overview

POSITION:Construction Safety intern -- Summer 2026

 

START DATE: This posting is for the summer of 2026. 

 

LOCATIONS: Various Construction sites throughout Western States - Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Nebraska

 

WAGE: $24 HR (DOE) + Per Diem (Situation/Location Depending) 

Intern gains valuable on-the-job experience as they perform various assignments similar to those performed by Safety Specialist, include tasks both out in the field and in the office. Safety Managers and other members of the project team become mentors as Interns assist in all aspects of the construction project, learning and developing the key roles and functions required to build the work. 

  

SAMPLE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Visit job sites and monitor safety compliance  

• Get to know the workforce and build a relationship of trust  

• Perform safety inspections of company facilities, production plants, and equipment, then follow up with stakeholders on findings  

• Conduct safety training and attend site safety meetings  

• Analyze and report on incident trends  

• Function as a safety expert on safety related issues  

• Ensure compliance with OSHA/ MSHA regulations.   

• Safety data input. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree with/or Safety-Related Certification. Must be at least a sophomore in the program. 

• Willing and able to travel / temporarily relocate for the duration of the internship. 

• Demonstrate initiative, strong work ethic and leadership ability. 

• Good public relations and communication skills. 

• Good organizational and time management skills. 

• Proficient Microsoft Office skills. 

• Previous experience working in construction or farming is a plus. 

 ***As part of our hiring process, all candidates are subject to a comprehensive background check. Please note that our company maintains a strict policy regarding certain convictions. Applicants with a DUI or felony conviction may not meet eligibility requirements for employment in this position.*** 

 

W.W. Clyde and Co. is an "Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action" Employer