Intern Advantage Program - Safety Intern - Nevada

Real Experience. Real Results. Join the McCarthy Intern Advantage program during the summer of 2027! McCarthy's internship program is very competitive and is an excellent opportunity to learn hands on what a career in construction is all about!  

Position Summary: 

Interns will have the opportunity to engage in real-world, hands-on experience. McCarthy is seeking Construction Safety Interns for this Summer 2027 program. This is a 10+ week commitment during the summer, working 40-hours per week. Specific intern duties and responsibilities are dependent on education and skill level, as well as status of the project, and may include the following: 

Position Responsibilities:

• Support and monitor safety efforts of subcontractors and McCarthy employees, conducting project safety "Toolbox” meetings weekly and enforcing safety guidelines utilizing disciplinary policy
• Ensure that the procedures outlined in the Site-Specific Safety Manual are implemented on the project site
• Help with issuance of new hire safety documents and lead the immersion of new employees and subcontractors into the McCarthy safety culture.
• Coordinate with project supervision to ensure personal protective equipment/safety materials and first aid supplies are available and utilized, and all safety documents are posted.
• Participate in investigating accidents and injuries, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective measures. Support the conduction of safety/health inspections, coordinating responses and compliance reports.

Position Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelors’ or Master’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related major. 
• Must have valid interest in pursuing a career in Construction Safety
• General knowledge of safety and construction principles/processes
• Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the assigned jobsite 

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.