Clayco - Internship

The Site Safety Supervisor SkillBridge Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting Clayco's safety team in promoting and maintaining a safe work environment on active construction projects. This role is intended for approved active duty military SkillBridge internship candidates. The intern will assist with implementing project safety programs, conducting safety inspections, coordinating safety documentation, facilitating worker orientations, and promoting Clayco's safety-first culture. The Site Safety Supervisor SkillBridge Intern will collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and project personnel while developing a strong understanding of construction safety management and regulatory compliance. Additionally, the Site Safety Supervisor SkillBridge Intern is expected to work diligently to educate themselves through mentorship from Clayco Site Safety Managers and Operations leadership to prepare for a career in construction safety.

Work closely with the Site Safety Manager and project leadership to support implementation of the project safety program while assisting with conducting new hire safety orientations and maintaining orientation records and site access documentation. Participate in pre-construction meetings with project teams and subcontractors to communicate project safety expectations, assist with conducting pre-task planning meetings, and review subcontractor safety documentation. Support Clayco's safety culture by promoting safe work practices, near-miss reporting, hazard identification, and proactive safety initiatives, while participating in daily site walks, weekly safety inspections, and safety audits to help identify hazards and ensure compliance with project safety requirements. Assist with documenting safety observations, corrective actions, incident reports, inspections, and other required safety records, and support project leadership in coordinating fire prevention, emergency response, evacuation planning, and other site safety initiatives. Help facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and training sessions for project personnel and subcontractors, while observing field operations to develop an understanding of OSHA regulations, construction safety practices, risk management, and regulatory compliance through direct mentorship from Clayco Site Safety Managers and Operations leadership.

MOC 12H, MOC 12N, MOC 12W, MOC 12X, PMOS 13, BU, EA

Active-duty military members approved to participate in the DoD SkillBridge Program are encouraged to apply. A bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent military experience is preferred, along with previous leadership experience in the military, construction industry, or other relevant environments. Candidates should have a strong interest in pursuing a career in construction safety, environmental health and safety, or field operations, with knowledge of construction safety principles, OSHA standards, and safety management practices preferred. OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification is also preferred. The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively with project teams, management, owners, trades, subcontractors, and other stakeholders while balancing and prioritizing multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement, and above-average proficiency with technology and related resources are essential. Candidates should also demonstrate a strong work ethic and be willing to travel and/or relocate if a full-time offer is extended upon successful completion of the SkillBridge internship. Physical requirements include the ability to walk unlevel terrain and active job sites several times per day, climb permanent and temporary stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and access elevated work areas, lift at least 50 pounds, and work in areas with elevated noise levels and varying weather conditions while using required personal protective equipment (PPE). Successful candidates will be motivated, hardworking, team-oriented, and eager to learn.

The internship opportunities are project-based and may be located anywhere within the United States. While each SkillBridge internship will be completed at a single project location, candidates should be willing to travel and/or relocate if offered full-time employment upon successful completion of the internship.Please include a resume with your application and indicate your preferred internship availability dates. SkillBridge internships may be offered for a period of up to 180 days, in accordance with DoD SkillBridge Program guidelines.

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