Superintendent, Construction

Summer Internship 2026 – Safety Intern

Coakley & Williams Construction, LLC – Main Office, Bethesda, MD – Part Time

The Occupational Health & Safety Engineer Intern will have the opportunity to observe and participate in all aspects of OH&S management that are typically encountered in the construction workplace.

• Provide support to safety managers in hazard identification and controls, creating and delivering site safety orientations, coaching and mentoring, reviewing safety-related documentation and providing feedback, performing field inspections, and creating reports.
• Develop an overall understanding of managerial processes, administrative requirements, and safety-related administration at both the construction site and corporate headquarters.
• Assist safety manager with document control, submittals, meeting minutes, inspection reports, observations, incident investigations using the company project management software.
• Active involvement in day-to-day communication with Project Teams, Subcontractors, Architects, Engineers, Inspectors, and Owners.
• Research and gather statistics and related data for periodic and special one-time reports.
• Gain an understanding of advanced technology and software to complete projects as assigned.

• Rising sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing degrees in Occupational Health, Safety & Environment, or a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to identify areas of improvement and uphold high-quality standards.
• Strong demonstration of exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with company standards.
• Demonstrate reliability and abide by the company attendance policy.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

In accordance with the Maryland Wage Transparency Law, the hourly range for this position is: $19.00 – $23.00.

• Individuals should be able to reach above and below, stoop and bend, sit, walk and stand, and lift, carry, and move items up to 50 lbs.
• May be exposed to heavy machinery/equipment, hazardous chemicals, and extreme weather conditions.
• Minimum of 40 hours per week required. Work hours will vary depending on project specifications and may involve overtime, weekends, and night work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work required. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands, and working conditions associated with the job. The successful candidate will seek additional duties to master.