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Operations Intern

Vulcan Materials Company

San Jose, California, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

About Vulcan Materials Company

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future.Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. Joining Vulcan means making a difference for millions across the country in a dynamic culture where career development, excellence, and diversity are valued.

Position Overview

The Operations Intern summer program is a 10-12 week internship designed to introduce talented individuals to the aggregates industry and provide exposure to many aspects of Vulcan's operations including Quarrying, Production, Quality Control, Hot-Mix Asphalt, Ready-Mix, Ship Yards, Rail Yards, Logistics, Maintenance, Safety, and Environmental Compliance.

What You'll Do

  • Participate in hands-on training with crushing, processing equipment, and pit development.
  • Rotate through temporary assignments to gain full business understanding.
  • Prioritize safety and ensure full compliance with company policies.
  • Analyze production, inventory, quality control, and operational reports.
  • Conduct daily inspections and assist with maintenance and repairs.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required or student graduating Fall 2025 or Summer 2026. Candidates must demonstrate ethical decision-making, strong leadership and communication skills, flexibility to work overtime and varied weather conditions, and excellent interpersonal abilities.

What You'll Like About Us

  • Great company culture built on trust and teamwork.
  • Industry-leading safety and health standards.
  • Meaningful work impacting construction nationwide.
  • Employee development programs and a 401(k) with company match.

Key Skills/Competency

Operations, Internship, Safety, Maintenance, Quality Control, Logistics, Production, Equipment, Compliance, Leadership

How to Get Hired at Vulcan Materials Company

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Vulcan Materials Company's culture: Study their mission, values, and employee reviews.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight relevant internship and leadership experience.
  • Tailor your cover letter: Address safety and operational skills.
  • Prepare for interview questions: Focus on teamwork and problem solving.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review equipment operations manuals.
Study quality control methods.
Practice safety compliance procedures.
Familiarize with operational reports.

Behavioral Questions

Describe your teamwork experience.
Explain a challenge you solved in a group.
Share a time you maintained safety standards.
Discuss your leadership in project tasks.