Safety Intern - (U.S. Travel Role)

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Safety Intern for Layton Construction assists the Safety Manager, Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Superintendents in supporting jobsite safety initiatives on active construction projects. This role provides hands-on exposure to construction safety practices, OSHA compliance, and field operations while reinforcing Layton’s commitment to safety, integrity, and quality.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Champions “The Layton Way” by supporting predictable outcomes for internal teams, external partners, and customers through proactive safety practices.
• Ensures “Constructing with Integrity” by promoting honesty, unity, safety, and quality across all jobsite activities.
• Becomes familiar with assigned project safety plans, policies, and procedures.
• Assists Safety Managers with daily jobsite safety walks and observations.
• Helps identify, document, and report potential hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Supports enforcement of site-specific safety requirements and PPE compliance.
• Assists with OSHA compliance, safety documentation, and recordkeeping.
• Participates in incident investigations and assists with documentation and follow-up actions.
• Supports safety orientations, toolbox talks, and safety training initiatives.
• Maintains safety logs, inspection reports, and other required safety documentation.
• Collaborates with project teams, superintendents, and subcontractors to promote a strong safety culture.
• Assists in tracking safety equipment, signage, and materials needed for the project.
• Completes follow-up for receipt, review, and distribution of safety-related information required for project execution.
  
  

Qualifications

• Required: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior currently enrolled in a university program.
• Preferred majors include:
• Safety Management
• Occupational Safety & Health
• Construction Management
• Environmental Health & Safety or related field
• Prior internship preferred but not required.
• Construction industry or field experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of OSHA regulations preferred.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to engage with field personnel.
• Ability to work in an active construction environment and comply with all safety requirements.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
  
  

Benefits: Internship positions are not benefits eligible.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL - Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

About Us

Layton Construction is a privately held national general contractor, delivering predictable outcomes in commercial construction since 1953. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Layton operates from 16 strategic offices across the United States, employing more than 1,500 construction professionals who serve diverse markets including healthcare, education, commercial office, industrial, hospitality, and multi-unit residential.

Founded on the core values of honesty, unity, safety, and quality, Layton has built a reputation for excellence in complex project delivery while maintaining strong partnerships with clients, architects, and trade partners nationwide.

The STO Building Group family of companies—Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen—includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize their vision at stobuildinggroup.com.