About the role#
As a Mining Intern at Silvi Materials, you will gain hands-on experience in the rock quarry mining industry. This 10 to 12-week program focuses on the aggregate business, providing exposure to production processes and heavy equipment operations. You will report to the mining manager and work across various mine and plant locations.
What you'll do#
- Complete MSHA certification through company-paid training.
- Visit various mine and plant sites to observe operations.
- Assist with the blasting process, which includes laying out drill patterns and loading shots.
- Manage aggregate inventory and learn the full production cycle.
- Operate and maintain plant equipment, such as crushers, screens, conveyors, and heavy off-road machinery.
- Perform all tasks according to company policies and the Code of Ethical Business Conduct.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or completion of a collegiate program in Mining Engineering, Concrete Industry Management, Civil Engineering, General Engineering, Construction Management, or Materials Science.
- A valid driver license.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
- Physical capability to stand for long periods, kneel, stoop, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and crawl.
- Ability to perform manual tasks involving grasping and moving objects.
Location & details#
- Location: Belle Mead, New Jersey.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, on-site, and paid internship.
About Silvi Materials
Silvi Materials supplies construction materials including stone, sand, and cement. Founded in 1947, the company operates out of Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania. It maintains a fleet of over 200 ready-mix trucks and manages large-scale quarry and terminal operations. The business serves customers across New Jersey and Southeastern Pennsylvania.
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