Operations Internship Summer 2027

Covia • Wedron, IL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

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

The intern will gain exposure to mining, plant processing, quality control, environmental compliance, and maintenance activities while following Covia’s safety principles and supporting salaried staff with technical problems and projects.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in engineering (mining, mechanical, industrial, chemical, or similar) 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.
• Demonstrated analytical and business skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn and adhere to Covia safety principles, including PPE, MSHA regulations, industrial hygiene, and workplace inspections.
• Work with the Mine Superintendent and Mine Supervisor to learn basic mining processes, including drilling, blasting, haulage, surveying, and sampling.
• Work with the Plant Superintendent and Shift Supervisors to learn basic grinding, flotation, drying, screening, and loading processes.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern