Summer Intern - Grand Junction

Overview

Summer Internship Program - Asphalt Production, Asphalt Paving & Construction

Location: Elam Construction, Inc.
556 Struthers Ave.
Grand Junction, CO. 81501

Our summer internship program consists of a well-rounded learning experience within our Asphalt Production, Asphalt Paving and Construction divisions. Our goal is to not only provide real-time exposure to each of our work processes and industry but also provide development opportunities in the areas of leadership, maintenance, and the day-to-day workforce. Working with our teams provides a dynamic experience and an opportunity you'll want to include on your resume. We generally kick off our program in late April and end early to late August dependent upon intern availability. In addition to providing interns with practical, hands-on experience we will also spend time learning and participating in sustainability projects, governance exposure, leadership training, presentation skills, and communication development.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Work closely with the team to determine solutions to common problems. 
• Learn and assist in day-to-day operations of the business.
• Adopt and adapt safety protocol, with direct exposure to corporate safety training.
• Work with and support various departments including operations, maintenance, quality, and sales.
• Learn the products we provide and produce, as well as the process that goes into producing them.
• This is a perfect opportunity for a junior or senior currently studying in a construction management program (or similar field of study).
• Should be available to work 40 hours or more each week from the end of spring semester (May) to start of fall semester (August).
• The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities or desires to take necessary steps to become a solid leader in the construction industry.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States.
• Must have transportation to and from assigned workplace each day.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various levels of leadership.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs, and up to 50 lbs with assistance, if needed.

Get Hired

What to Expect During our Hiring Process

• Background Check
• Motor Vehicle Record Check
• 5-Panel Drug Screen
• Fit for Duty Baseline Physical (if applicable)
• Paid Orientation
• A great team to support you throughout your career with Summit Materials companies!

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Summit Materials consists of more than a dozen local companies that supply aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services in the United States and western Canada. At Summit Materials, we support our teammates who lay the groundwork for our communities and live by our core values: Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, and Inclusivity. We'repassionate about our teammates, our work, and our communities. Each of Summit's companies celebrates their individual legacies, but together - we are Summit Materials.

At Summit Materials, we provide the foundation to connect our communities today and build a better tomorrow. We value all our communities - including our diverse internal community of teammates that make us stronger. No matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, or anything that makes you who you are...you belong.