About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in the construction and manufacturing sectors. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of our operations by rotating through departments including Quality Control, Sales, Maintenance, and Operations. This role is full-time and based on-site in Omaha.
What you'll do#
- Assist with project management for both public and private construction jobs.
- Work with estimators on bidding processes and follow-through.
- Collaborate with project managers and construction crew foremen.
- Spend time at asphalt plants working with operators, yard crews, and loader operators.
- Learn to run scales and assist with general plant maintenance.
- Work with construction and prep crews to learn about equipment and job site setup.
- Assist the Operations Manager with monthly projections, job costs, workloads, and financial statements.
- Gain experience in aggregate locations by learning about materials in quarries and pits.
- Work with concrete plant foremen on daily activities and coordinate with dispatch for job site deliveries.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college degree program with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Sophomore through Senior standing pursuing a degree or certificate in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Concrete Industry Management, or a related field.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Basic mathematical skills and the ability to compute formulas.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to read and interpret delivery tickets, safety rules, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to communicate professionally and handle stressful environments.
Location & details#
- Location: Omaha, Nebraska.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Status: Full-time and paid.
About CRH
CRH provides building materials for infrastructure projects. The company operates in the wholesale building materials sector. It focuses on transportation, water, and reindustrialization projects. The business maintains a network of local relationships to support its operations. It is headquartered in Dublin.
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