Concrete Industry Management Intern | Duininck Concrete

Duininck Companies; Willmar, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay $22–$24/hr

Paid Time Off

Lodging, mileage & meals on road

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Duininck Companies’ Duininck Concrete is seeking a Concrete Industry Management intern to gain hands-on experience across portable and stationary concrete plants, the office, field, and sales relations. You will learn batching, quality testing, logistics, and safety while supporting plant operations and customer interactions.

Offering $22–$24 per hour, PTO, lodging/mileage/meals on the road, and a 401(k) match, this internship is ideal for a full-time student pursuing CIM, construction

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in CIM, construction management, civil engineering, or related field.
• Interest in concrete production and construction industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with proactive approach and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and PPE requirements.
• ACI Field Testing Certification I is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across concrete operations at plants, yard, and office.
• Assist with plant operations, batching, quality testing, and logistics.
• Shadow sales staff and learn how quotes are developed.
• Support safety checks, documentation, and compliance.
• Assist with dispatch, deliveries, and material inventory.
• Perform quality control testing (slump, air content, temperature).
• Travel and some Saturday work required.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Self-starter

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree candidate in CIM/Construction/Civil Engineering

Tools

ACI Field Testing Certification I

Job description

Current Openings - Construction & Materials

Concrete Industry Management Intern | Duininck Concrete

Duininck is a fourth-generation, 100-year family-led company focused on building strong communities through our relationships with customers, employees, subcontractors and vendors. We have a diverse portfolio of businesses managing projects at any scale.

Duininck Concrete, headquartered in West Central Minnesota, serves its clients as industry experts, providing guidance and support for projects of any scale.

As a Concrete Industry Management intern, you will gain firsthand experience across our concrete operations, from portable and stationary plants to the office, field, and relations. You'll see how quality, logistics, safety, sales, and batching work together to deliver concrete on time and to spec.

This internship comes with a strong benefits package including:

• Competitive pay range of $22 to $24 per hour, based on experience and background
• Paid Time Off
• Lodging, mileage, and meals paid for while on the road
• 401(k) with company match, and more!

This position will provide hands-on experience in the following areas:

• Plant operations: Working at both portable and stationary concrete plants, including setup, operation, maintenance, and material handling
• Batching: Learning batch plant controls, mix designs, and how orders are batched to meet project specifications
• Quality management: Assisting with concrete and aggregate testing, sampling, and quality control documentation
• Logistics and dispatch: Supporting truck scheduling, delivery coordination, and material inventory
• Safety: Participating in site safety checks, toolbox talks, and plant safety programs
• Sales and customer relations: Shadowing sales staff, learning how quotes are developed, and seeing how customer relationships are built and maintained
• Assist plant managers and operators with the day-to-day operation of portable and stationary concrete plants
• Assist with batching operations and learn to interpret mix designs and project specifications
• Perform and document quality control testing, such as slump, air content, temperature, and cylinder preparation
• Help coordinate dispatch, deliveries, and material inventory
• Support safety inspections, documentation, and compliance with company and regulatory standards
• Assist the sales team with customer communication, quotes, and project follow-up
• Help with production and quantity reporting
• Perform other duties as required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• A full-time college/university student pursuing a bachelor's degree in Concrete Industry Management, construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
• Interest in concrete production, materials, and the construction industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter with a proactive approach who can adapt easily to a fast-paced environment
• Effective at multitasking while remaining detail oriented
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team of professionals
• Understand and adhere to all safety regulations and Personal Protective Equipment requirements
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certification is a plus, but not required

Physical and Other Requirements:

• Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 80 pounds
• Walk, bend, kneel, lift, stretch, climb, and sit
• Work extended hours outdoors and in plant environments in a variety of weather conditions

Travel and some Saturday work are required

Duininck is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or citizenship status.