Heritage Research Group Pavement Research Intern

The Heritage Group•Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Heritage Group is a fourth-generation, family-owned business focused on construction and materials, environmental services and specialty chemicals. Over the last 90+ years, the Heritage portfolio has grown to include more than 50 companies that employ more than 6,000 people. What unites this diverse group of businesses and individuals is our commitment to create a safer, more enriching, and sustainable world by harnessing the power of family. The Heritage Research Group assists The Heritage Group companies, customers, and partners in evolving and adapting to an ever-changing marketplace. Heritage Research Group provides innovative products, processes, and training that constantly improve the way The Heritage Group companies serve their clients and deliver solutions to address the myriad of challenges their clients face. It also creates new technologies that fuel further business opportunities for The Heritage Group. The laboratory intern will be responsible for assisting research and mixture designs related to asphalt mixtures and binders at the Heritage Research Group. Essential Functions You will gain experience in several areas, including but not limited to: Following all safety protocols and fostering a safety-focused culture Executing industry-standard testing and quality control procedures Accurately recording and organizing information Understanding and applying data-driven experimental designs Communicating effectively with team members and associated companies Collecting and analyzing samples from various locations Evaluating test results and implementing corrective actions as needed Identifying opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, and efficiency Assisting in the maintenance and calibration of laboratory and field equipment Maintaining good laboratory housekeeping practices Working effectively in a team environment Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.

Requirements

High School or Equivalent
Current undergraduate student majoring in civil engineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, construction management, material sciences, mechanical engineering, or other related fields.
Relevant experience or education in laboratory work
Strong attention to detail with high standards and integrity
Able to work in a dusty environment, sometimes including the need for PPE (provided).
Able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.

Nice To Haves

1+ years Laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Following all safety protocols and fostering a safety-focused culture
Executing industry-standard testing and quality control procedures
Accurately recording and organizing information
Understanding and applying data-driven experimental designs
Communicating effectively with team members and associated companies
Collecting and analyzing samples from various locations
Evaluating test results and implementing corrective actions as needed
Identifying opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, and efficiency
Assisting in the maintenance and calibration of laboratory and field equipment
Maintaining good laboratory housekeeping practices
Working effectively in a team environment
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.