About the role#
As a Ready Mix Operations Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in the production of concrete. You will work alongside plant managers, mechanics, and the dispatch team to understand the daily operations of a high-yardage facility. This 10 to 12-week program provides exposure to the full cycle of concrete production, including aggregate evaluation and plant maintenance.
What you'll do#
- Assist with daily production tasks at a ready-mix concrete plant.
- Learn the concrete batching process, including formulas and slump control.
- Form concrete blocks for client and internal use.
- Perform maintenance on machinery, such as conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Evaluate aggregates for batching and stockpile management.
- Operate heavy equipment, including a Front-End Loader.
- Travel to various Silvi Materials plant locations to gain experience with different types of facilities.
- Collaborate with the maintenance, quality control, and dispatch teams.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a collegiate program, preferably in Concrete Industry Management, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, General Engineering, Construction Management, or Materials Science.
- A valid driver's license.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and 100 pounds on occasion.
- Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks like kneeling, bending, and crouching.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Locations: Morrisville, Pennsylvania, and various sites across New Jersey.
- Status: Paid, full-time 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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