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Mining Engineer Intern

CompanyHeidelberg Materials
LocationLexington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 11, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support operational improvement projects focused on safety, efficiency, and sustainability across various aggregate sites. They will also collect and analyze operational data to identify process enhancements while collaborating with site-based teams.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$23 - $27
Company Size
1447
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
For more than a century, we’ve been supplying cement, aggregates, ready mixed concrete, asphalt and other building materials to markets throughout North America. Today, Heidelberg Materials North America, our reach and capabilities are more extensive than ever, and our brightest days are still ahead.
About the Role
Line of Business: Aggregates

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
 

What You'll Be Doing

  • Visit multiple aggregate operations to gain exposure to quarry, plant, and production processes.
  • Support operational improvement projects focused on safety, efficiency, quality, and sustainability.
  • Collect, analyze, and present operational data to identify opportunities for process enhancements.
  • Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality control, and leadership teams on site-based initiatives.
  • Participate in field inspections, project work, and continuous improvement activities across the region.
     

What Are We Looking For

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
  • Demonstrated interest in industrial operations, manufacturing, mining, construction materials, or related environments.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to interpret data and identify improvements.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across diverse teams and locations.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to multiple aggregate sites and work in a dynamic field environment.
     

Work Environment

  • This internship involves hands-on experience at active aggregate mining sites. Interns should be comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions and navigating rugged terrain and heavy equipment areas.

What We Offer

  • $23.00/hr - $27.00/hr
  • Summer PTO Holidays
  • Intern in-person events
  • Employee Resource Group Activities
     

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.

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Key Skills
Analytical skillsProblem-solvingOrganizational skillsData analysisCommunicationCollaborationProject managementField inspectionProcess improvementSafety compliance
Categories
EngineeringConstructionManufacturingEnvironmental & SustainabilityLogistics
Benefits
Summer PTOHolidaysIntern in-person eventsEmployee Resource Group Activities