Civil Engineer Intern, Asphalt & Contracting (Summer 2025)

ABOUT THE ROLE

As we continue to look for more sustainable ways to build, we need world-class talent to join our team. We are seeking a Civil/Construction Engineer Intern for Summer 2025 who is passionate about sustainability, driven by curiosity and keen to grow, learn, develop and thrive in our high-performance culture. This opportunity will be a 10-week, paid internship beginning May 27th, 2025. 

This internship will be based at our site in Wrentham, MA with opportunities to travel to various local sites throughout the program.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

As a Civil/Construction Engineer Intern working with our Asphalt and Contracting team, you'll be immersed in the world of asphalt, gaining practical experience and developing key production and leadership skills:

• Hands-on Learning: Dive into the operational procedures, production/maintenance activities, and product knowledge at our asphalt sites. You'll be actively involved in understanding and optimizing mechanical, maintenance, and production processes.
• Data-Driven Insights: Collect and analyze data, identify process correlations, and contribute to the development of strategies for ongoing projects.
• Project Support: Assist in planning, designing, and executing asphalt and contracting projects, 
• Cost Estimation: Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and schedules for asphalt paving and contracting projects, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Material Testing: Conduct testing and analysis of asphalt and other construction materials to ensure quality and durability, collaborating with lab technicians and engineers.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, project managers, and contractors to coordinate project activities and address any on-site issues.
• Safety Protocols: Assist in the implementation and monitoring of safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with Holcim standards.
• Skill Application: Utilize a range of skills and knowledge in day-to-day operations, working collaboratively to achieve team and company goals.
• Executive Presentation: At the end of your internship, you'll present your learnings and contributions to our executive leadership team.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for enthusiastic students who meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Strong academic performance with a solid understanding of engineering principles.
• Geographic flexibility to work at various sites.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• High energy and a proactive approach to tackling new challenges.
• A team player who can collaborate across different levels of the organization.
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field, gaining hands-on experience and firsthand knowledge of our business operations.

SCHEDULE AND ENVIRONMENT

• Work Schedule: This is an onsite role with a mandatory 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, working an 8-hour shift each day.
• Work Environment: You’ll be working in various asphalt environments (i.e. construction sites and asphalt plants), where you’ll encounter moving mechanical equipment, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, and more.
• Transportation: Interns are responsible for their own transportation to and from their worksites.
• Travel: Throughout the internship, you may need to travel to other sites for tours, shadowing experiences, or intern events.

BENEFITS OF OUR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

• Industry Experience: Gain practical experience within the building materials industry.
• Professional Development: Benefit from mentorship and professional development training throughout the summer.
• Dynamic Culture: Be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, and recognition.
• Career Path: Explore potential opportunities for full-time employment after graduation with a fast-growing and successful company.