Safety Intern - Summer 2027

The Christman Company Job Description:

Build More with Your Career at Christman

Get out of the classroom and Build More with your internship experience at The Christman Company! Our internship program provides undergraduate students opportunities to learn about different building types and delivery methods while gaining on-the-job experience in the various markets we build in.

The Christman Company is looking for a Safety Intern for the upcoming Summer Internship Program in our Newcastle, Oklahoma region!

What You Will Do:

• As a Safety Intern , primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but not limited to:
• Assist Safety team members with conducting jobsite safety inspections and identifying potential hazards, unsafe conditions, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of project-specific safety plans, company safety policies, and applicable OSHA regulations.
• Participate in jobsite safety orientations, toolbox talks, safety meetings, and training activities.
• Assist with documenting safety observations, inspections, incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
• Observe construction activities and work practices to help identify potential risks and promote safe work behaviors.
• Support the review and organization of safety documentation, including job hazard analyses (JHAs), pre-task plans, and other project safety records.
• Assist with tracking safety metrics, preparing reports, and maintaining accurate safety records.
• Help develop safety communications, training materials, and awareness initiatives to reinforce safe work practices.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, field personnel, trade partners, and Safety team members to support jobsite safety objectives.
• Participate in safety-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.

What You Will Bring to the Team:

• Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include: Active, full-time Sophomore or Junior level student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, Environmental Health and Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Preferred experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include: Previous work or internship experience in the commercial construction industry.
• Shows participation and/or leadership roles in student organizations or extracurricular club activities.
• Additional Eligibility Qualifications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with employees, trade partners, and project teams.
• Effective organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to recognize potential hazards and demonstrate sound judgment.
• Willingness to learn and accept coaching and feedback from experienced safety professionals.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively while also completing assigned tasks independently.
• Commitment to safety, accountability, and continuous learning.
• The Christman family of companies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.
• Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes): The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.