Production Intern

Martin Marietta•Idaho Springs, CO

13d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Internship is a developmental 10-week program role designed to provide students with comprehensive, hands-on exposure to Martin Marietta's Aggregates business and mining operations. Reporting directly to plant leadership, the intern will participate in an immersive learning experience that combines operational training, leadership development, safety management, and production support within an active aggregate mining environment.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management.
Valid Driver’s License
No work experience is required
MSHA compliance and regulation
Familiarity and knowledge of mining and aggregates industry
Proficient Computer skills (MS Word & Excel)
Time management
High learning agility
Curiosity
Leadership
Effective communicator (written and spoken)

Nice To Haves

6 months – 1 year of prior internship or a combination of internship and work experience, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a strong commitment to Martin Marietta's safety culture and environmental compliance standards.
Observe, identify, and communicate safety concerns, near misses, and potential operational risks.
Support compliance with MSHA, environmental regulations, and company safety policies.
Assist with workplace inspections, safety audits, corrective actions, and incident prevention initiatives.
Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with Martin Marietta's Mission, Vision, Values, and Code of Ethical Business Conduct.
Learn and support all stages of aggregate production from extraction through finished product shipment.
Gain practical understanding of quarry planning, production scheduling, and material flow management.
Assist in monitoring plant performance, operating efficiency, and production targets.
Observe and participate in daily production activities under appropriate supervision.
Support production teams in maintaining consistent throughput and product quality.
Develop knowledge of material processing equipment and system interactions throughout the plant.
Safely operate designated plant and mobile equipment after successful completion of required training and authorization.
Participate in aggregate quality control testing and material sampling activities.
Support efforts to ensure compliance with customer specifications and product standards.
Work closely with plant managers, supervisors, and operations leaders to understand effective leadership practices.
Observe and learn the responsibilities associated with managing production teams and plant performance.
Develop skills in communication, problem solving, decision making, accountability, and team collaboration.
Participate in leadership development activities designed to prepare future operations professionals.
Build relationships across multiple functional areas including operations, maintenance, engineering, logistics, and quality control.
Learn how aggregate products are mined, processed, sold, and delivered to customers.
Understand key business drivers affecting aggregates operations, including productivity, cost management, sustainability, and customer service.
Complete assigned internship projects that support operational priorities and create measurable business value.