Safety Intern
Washington, DC
Internship
Student (College)
Safety Intern (Summer 2026)
GCS-SIGAL is built on teamwork, with teams built on a foundation of a passion for construction, taking ownership of the success of our projects, and empowering everyone on our team to make meaningful contributions to our work. If you have the desire to join a growing, results-oriented organization, you will love building your career at GCS-SIGAL.
Position Overview
The Safety Intern will support GCS-SIGAL’s safety program by assisting in site inspections, documentation, and safety initiatives across active projects. Working alongside our Safety Manager and project teams, the intern will gain hands-on experience in construction safety practices, compliance requirements, and the use of Procore for reporting and inspections. This role is designed to provide valuable exposure to the construction industry and help build foundational skills for a career in safety management.
Position Functions
Experience/Education
Personal Strengths
GCS-SIGAL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment background check.
GCS-SIGAL is built on teamwork, with teams built on a foundation of a passion for construction, taking ownership of the success of our projects, and empowering everyone on our team to make meaningful contributions to our work. If you have the desire to join a growing, results-oriented organization, you will love building your career at GCS-SIGAL.
Position Overview
The Safety Intern will support GCS-SIGAL’s safety program by assisting in site inspections, documentation, and safety initiatives across active projects. Working alongside our Safety Manager and project teams, the intern will gain hands-on experience in construction safety practices, compliance requirements, and the use of Procore for reporting and inspections. This role is designed to provide valuable exposure to the construction industry and help build foundational skills for a career in safety management.
Position Functions
- Assist in conducting site safety inspections, audits, and walkthroughs.
- Support documentation of safety data in Procore, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and training sessions.
- Shadow the Safety Manager during incident investigations, learning how reports and recommendations are developed.
- Help analyze safety metrics and trends, supporting proactive measures.
- Contribute ideas for engaging safety initiatives and employee awareness campaigns.
- Gain exposure to OSHA regulations, industry best practices, and company-wide safety policies.
Experience/Education
- Pursuing a BS or MS Degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Personal Strengths
- Passionate about finding creative solutions
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate effectively with team members
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs
- Eagerness to participate and learn
GCS-SIGAL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment background check.
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