EHS Intern

About the role

Skanska is searching for a dynamic EHS Intern. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion. Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities, or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.

Skanska's values —Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer, and Care for Life—are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts. The EHS Intern is an introductory role designed for individuals performing an internship as part of their college or university program, offering an opportunity to gain first-hand experience in the construction industry.

The intern will work under the supervision of an EHS Coordinator, Senior EHS Coordinator, Assistant EHS Manager, EHS Manager, or Senior EHS Manager. They will provide safety support and technical assistance to project teams while learning to identify and mitigate construction and environmental hazards. This role requires strong communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to be an excellent role model for both Skanska and subcontractor personnel.

Responsibilities

The EHS Intern will support the project team by gaining a basic understanding of building and construction safety. They will assist in identifying and assessing EHS risks during different phases of the project and maintain important safety documentation, such as incident reports and training records.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, Safety Management, Engineering, or a related field
• No prior experience required
• Willingness to learn and grow, and commitment to contributing to our culture
• Eagerness to work in the field, learn project dynamics and safety protocols, and collaborate with diverse teams including trade partners
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including presentation skills in public settings
• Time management skills to prioritize multiple tasks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Qualified candidates, excluding current Skanska employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States.

Benefits

Our Investment in our full-time, permanent team members: We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.

Compensation and financial well-being – Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program.