Operations Internship Summer 2027

Covia • Fort Smith, AR

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Covia is seeking an Operations Intern to support the Operations Team at its Roff, Oklahoma plant. The internship offers the opportunity to learn about the various aspects of operating a successful plant and to participate in an assigned project that benefits the operation. The internship runs from May 17, 2027, through August 7, 2027.

The intern will learn about safety practices and regulations, mining and plant processes, quality control, environmental compliance, and maintenance while working with relevant supervisors and staff. The role may also assist salaried staff with technical problems or projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Covia’s work is guided by its core values of Safety, Team, Customers, Growth, and Courage. Team members are expected to follow Life-Saving Rules, build high-performing teams, focus on customers, demonstrate a growth mindset, and do the right thing. Covia supports a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in engineering (such as mining, mechanical, industrial, or chemical engineering) or a related field of study at an accredited university.
• Interested in developing a career in Operations.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to think logically and communicate ideas with others.
• Willingness to interact and thrive in a diverse group dynamic.
• Demonstrate analytical and business skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow Covia safety principles, including PPE, MSHA regulations, industrial hygiene, and workplace inspections.
• Work with the Mine Superintendent and Mine Supervisor to learn mining processes, including drilling, blasting, haulage, surveying, and sampling.
• Work with the Plant Superintendent and Shift Supervisors to learn grinding, flotation, drying, screening, and loading.
• Work with the Quality Control Supervisor to learn quality control, sampling, data management, reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Work with the Environmental Supervisor to learn permitting, regulatory requirements and reporting, and reclamation.
• Work with the Maintenance Supervisor to learn preventative and corrective maintenance, purchasing, and scheduling.
• Assist salaried staff as needed with technical problems and projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in an assigned project to benefit the operation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed