Heavy Civil Safety Co-Op Program; Dallas​/Fort Worth​/North Texas; Austin Bridge & Road

Job Category: Project Management

Requisition Number: 2027S034545

• Posted :
  October 8, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Austin Industries is one of the nation’s largest, most diversified U.S.

-based construction companies. With more than 8,000 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies:
Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial.

Austin Bridge & Road
is a leader in the heavy highway and transportation industry for more than 100 years, Austin Bridge & Road delivers asphalt and concrete services, and builds landmark projects such as complex highway interchanges, tollways, runways, bridges, rail projects, and water/wastewater facilities.

We are currently seeking a student for our Heavy Civil Safety Co-Op Program
. You will gain intensive real world, hands‑on jobsite experience directly from seasoned construction professionals at Austin's multi-million-dollar heavy civil construction projects. Come join our program that was ranked as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs of
2024
and
2026 presented by Way Up and Yello!

• Gain hands‑on experience in construction safety management within the heavy civil industry.
• Participate in field operations involving earthwork, concrete placements, bridge construction, utility work, and other civil construction activities.
• Learn about OSHA compliance, hazard recognition, incident investigation, risk assessment, and safety program administration.
• Develop professional communication and leadership skills while working alongside project teams and safety professionals.

As an employee-owner hired for a Co-Op, you will be given the title of “
Project Intern
” and your duties could consist of:

• Conduct daily jobsite walkthroughs to identify and report potential safety hazards.
• Assist with safety inspections, audits, and reviews of active heavy civil construction projects.
• Support incident and accident investigations, including collecting information and preparing reports.
• Participate in weekly project safety meetings and assist with meeting documentation.
• Help develop and deliver safety training, orientations, toolbox talks, and safety communications.
• Monitor jobsite compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in identifying workplace hazards and recommending corrective actions and control measures.
• Support the maintenance of safety records, training documentation, and regulatory reporting.
• Collaborate with field personnel, supervisors, and project management to promote a strong safety culture.
• Assist with pre-job planning activities to integrate safety into project execution.
• Help distribute weekly safety communications and awareness materials to field teams.
• Observe and evaluate the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work practices.
• Support environmental, industrial hygiene, and occupational health initiatives as assigned.
• Research safety regulations, industry best practices, and emerging safety trends.
• Provide administrative support for project safety programs and special initiatives.
• Promote Austin's commitment to ensuring every employee returns home safely each day.
• Other miscellaneous duties as defined by the Project Manager or Superintendent

Requirements:

• Must be an active junior or senior college student working toward a bachelor's degree in one of these fields:
  Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or similar
• Must be able to work up to 40 hours per week; hours will vary depending on project schedule
• Must be able…