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Process Controls Intern

CompanyVulcan Materials Company
LocationNaperville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 4, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Support the Process Controls engineering team by organizing and maintaining control system documentation, including PLC programs and project files. Assist with data entry, version control for software backups, and the creation of technical work instructions and reports.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
5544
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates, primarily crushed stone, sand and gravel, and a major producer of other construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. Based in Birmingham, Alabama, Vulcan operates aggregate facilities, serving markets in 20 states, the District of Columbia, Mexico and the Bahamas, and employing over 8,000 dedicated men and women.
About the Role

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it’s more than starting an exciting career – you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.


When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

What You’ll Do:

Grow your Career. No matter your passion or whether you’re looking to make a career move or are a new graduate from high school or college, there’s more than a job at Vulcan. There’s a career path to take you as far as you want to go.

Get Hands On. There’s no limit to the impact our interns can have. All employees are taught best practices so they can receive hands-on training in our process control department in order to maximize their experience and learning.

Support Process Controls Team. The responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks designed to support the Process Controls engineering team efficiently and maintain compliance with internal standards.

Admin Support. Responsibility for organizing and maintaining control system documentation, including PLC programs and project files. This involves assisting with data entry and version control for backups of PLC and HMI software, as well as supporting the creation and formatting of technical documentation, such as work instructions and reports. A key duty will also be assisting in labeling, filing, and archiving all control system documentation.

Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

 



Skills You’ll Need:

Experience. Previous experience is not required for internships.

Integrity and Decision-Making. Must display the highest commitment to ethical decision-making and integrity.

Interpersonal Skills. Must be an excellent motivator and team builder. Must be able to form strong social relationships and effectively communicate with both internal and external audiences.

Organizational Skills. Must be organized with a strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Systems. Proficiency with Google Workspace

 

What You’ll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence, in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives – and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

 

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

 

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as key parts of our business.

 

Hourly Rate: Starting at $22.00/hour. This position is eligible for overtime. When determining a candidate's compensation, we consider several factors, including, without limitation, skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.

 

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.  You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. 

NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS

Vulcan Materials Company has an internal recruiting department.  Please review our policy as it relates to the use of temporary staffing agencies, placement services and professional recruiters.


 

Key Skills
PLC ProgrammingHMI SoftwareTechnical DocumentationGoogle WorkspaceData EntryVersion ControlInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational Skills
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingConstructionAdministrative
Benefits
401(k) With Company Match And ContributionTraining And Development