About the role#
The Safety Summer Associate role provides hands-on field experience in construction safety. You will work alongside safety and operational leaders to safeguard the health of craft workers and team members. This full-time, 8 to 10 week program begins in late May or early June and requires working on-site at active construction projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist in executing corporate and project-specific safety and health programs.
- Promote a proactive safety culture by coaching, mentoring, and educating trade partners and internal team members.
- Conduct daily jobsite walks to monitor safety compliance.
- Track safety metrics and assist in reporting project performance.
- Partner with field superintendents and project leadership to plan for high-risk operations.
- Participate in a team-based Capstone Project to develop solutions for business opportunities.
- Engage in the Passport Experience to build your network and gain industry knowledge.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a university bachelor's degree program for Occupational Health and Safety.
- A strong interest in the construction industry.
- Ability to work in an active, physically demanding environment including navigating uneven terrain, stairs, and ladders.
- Comfort working in various weather conditions, around moving equipment, and in elevated or confined areas.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
- Flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases.
- Completion of a pre-employment fitness for duty screening.
Location & details#
- Location: San Diego, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $27 to $35 per hour.
- Work Modality: On-site.
About Clark Construction Group
Clark Construction Group operates as a building and infrastructure company in the United States. The firm manages projects across public and private sectors including corporate, cultural, education, and entertainment markets. It also handles infrastructure work such as power, transit, water, and roadways. The company maintains offices across the country and employs over 5,000 people.
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