About the role#
Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI) is hiring for a Summer 2027 Safety Internship in Austin, Texas. This role provides hands-on experience in construction safety operations. You will work with a dedicated mentor to complete a structured checklist of tasks and gain insight into how we manage safety on our projects. Interns submit weekly recaps to track their progress and learning. We provide an hourly wage of $22.00, relocation reimbursement, and a corporate housing option.
What you'll do#
- Learn the administration of the corporate safety program to help minimize jobsite accidents.
- Participate in and assist with safety meetings.
- Run safety-specific reports and maintain project documentation.
- Cross-train with various departments that hold safety responsibilities.
- Attend OSHA training and participate in Quality Assessment Reviews.
- Work directly with branches to understand their daily operations.
- Learn how to use specialized equipment and software.
- Complete a specific internship project.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student in Construction Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or a similar field.
- A reliable source of transportation.
- Willingness to temporarily relocate for the assignment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word.
- Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well in a team, multitask, and solve problems.
- A desire to learn new technical job functions.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: $22.00 per hour, plus a $2,000 scholarship and paid holidays.
- Note: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
About Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI)
Performance Contracting, Inc. is a specialty contractor based in Lenexa, Kansas. Founded in 1987, the company provides services for industrial, commercial, and non-residential markets. Its offerings include interior build-outs, insulation systems, and scaffolding. The firm operates as a subsidiary of Performance Contracting Group and maintains over 60 offices across the United States. It employs more than 8,900 people.
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