Summer 2027

Construction Safety Intern

Keeley Construction

Keeley Construction

11-50 employees

General contractor delivering diverse construction projects

No salary listed

New Braunfels, TX, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Facilities Operations (1)

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Requirements
  • Be in the process of obtaining a bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, or a related degree.
  • Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Have an aptitude for learning.
  • Be results oriented, organized, and able to multitask.
  • Have problem-solving ability and innovative ideas.
  • Be a self-starter who is willing to ask questions.
  • Have advanced written and oral communication skills.
  • Agree to complete an assessment for selection and a pre-employment drug screen.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in coordinating safety duties for safety committees, preplanning meetings, and toolbox meetings.
  • Participate in training at safety meetings, toolbox meetings, and orientations.
  • Assist in reviewing subcontractor safety programs for completeness and compliance with company policies.
  • Assist in promoting safe work practices and safe working conditions in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and owner or contractual requirements.
  • Assist in conducting jobsite and work-area inspections with the Project Safety Manager or Superintendent, and review inspections with the Superintendent for distribution to subcontractors and the Business Unit Safety Director.
  • Assist in maintaining safety records, including pre-task plans, training records, toolbox meetings, incident investigations, and metrics.
  • Complete assigned tasks and projects.
  • Learn and adhere to the company's safety culture and policies.

Keeley Construction operates as a construction partner in the Chicagoland area, serving a wide range of markets including office, commercial, industrial, warehouse, food service, education, and LEED projects. It provides construction services from start to finish, helping clients rebuild and improve assets while managing projects to meet budget and schedule goals. The team combines years of local experience with up-to-date methods and technologies, and treats the client relationship as a true partnership focused on delivering value. Keeley differentiates itself through a diverse, experienced staff across many sectors, a proven record of successful projects, and a commitment to performance that exceeds project requirements. Its goal is to deliver every project on time, within budget, and beyond client expectations.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

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Total Funding

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Headquarters

Villa Park, Illinois

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What believers are saying

  • Keeley broke ground on a 419,520-square-foot Mapletree facility in Joliet in August 2026.
  • Its website listed multiple 2026 healthcare and industrial completions by August 28, 2026.
  • Mapletree’s 731,800 square feet under construction keeps Keeley’s backlog visible into 2027.

What critics are saying

  • 302 Rockwell Intellectual Property sued Keeley Construction Group for trademark infringement in July 2025.
  • Keeley Electrical Contractors’ unpaid-work lawsuit against New Balance exposed receivables risk and collection delays.
  • Bill Keeley’s succession exit concentrates execution risk around Sean Keeley during 2026.

What makes Keeley Construction unique

  • Sean Keeley became president in October 2025 after Bill Keeley’s five-decade run.
  • Keeley won REjournals General Contractor of the Year in June 2025.
  • Mapletree’s August 2026 Joliet project shows repeat industrial-client trust and Chicagoland depth.

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Company News

Keeley
Jul 20th, 2026
Breaking ground on another industrial project with Mapletree in Joliet.

Breaking ground on another industrial project with Mapletree in Joliet. Keeley Construction recently celebrated the groundbreaking of a new 419,520-square-foot industrial facility at 1851 Brandon Road in Joliet, Illinois. The ceremony brought together representatives from Mapletree, Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB), Architects Plus Design Studio, CAGE, and the Keeley Construction team to mark the beginning of another collaborative project. This development marks Keeley's second project with Mapletree in Joliet. Together, the two industrial facilities represent more than 731,800 square feet currently under construction, highlighting the continued strength of the partnership and Keeley's growing presence in the region's industrial market. "The opportunity to work with Mapletree again speaks to the value of strong partnerships. We appreciate their continued trust in Keeley Construction and look forward to working alongside the entire project team to deliver another quality facility for the Joliet community." - Sean Keeley of Keeley Construction. Projects of this scale are built through collaboration from the very beginning. Keeley is proud to work alongside Mapletree, Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB), Architects Plus Design Studio, and CAGE as construction gets underway. Keeley Construction, Inc. appreciate the opportunity to continue building with trusted partners and look forward to sharing progress as this project takes shape.