Production Intern

Martin Marietta; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription Drug

Dental

Vision

401(k) with Company matching

Pension

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Martin Marietta is offering a Production Internship to students pursuing relevant engineering disciplines. You will work under a Plant Manager, gaining exposure to aggregates production, equipment operation, safety practices, and leadership development in a real-world plant setting.

You will participate in daily operations, learn drilling/blasting basics, and contribute to continuous improvement projects while building a foundation for future opportunities in the industry.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mining engineering, construction management, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn technical processes and adapt to a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow and promote safety, environmental, and ethical standards in all work activities.
• Support daily plant operations while learning the complete aggregates production process.
• Operate and assist in maintaining plant equipment, including crushers, screens, conveyors, and heavy off-road equipment under supervision.
• Assist with drilling and blasting activities, including learning drill pattern layouts and blast preparation.
• Participate in projects that enhance plant efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality control, and leadership teams to support production goals.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Safety awareness

Ability to learn technical processes

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or related field

Job description

About the Internship

The Martin Marietta internship program is designed to provide students with meaningful, hands‑on experience in the aggregates mining industry. The internship program offers the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a real‑world production environment while developing technical, operational, and leadership skills.

Description

The Martin Marietta internship program is designed to provide students with meaningful, hands‑on experience in the aggregates mining industry. The internship program offers the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a real‑world production environment while developing technical, operational, and leadership skills. Reporting to a Plant Manager, a Production Intern would work alongside experienced professionals to gain exposure to plant operations, equipment, safety practices, and production processes. Many of Martin Marietta's leaders began their careers as interns, making this program an excellent pathway to future career opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow and promote Martin Marietta's safety, environmental, and ethical standards in all work activities.
• Support daily plant operations while learning the complete aggregates production process.
• Operate and assist in maintaining plant equipment, including crushers, screens, conveyors, and heavy off‑road equipment under the supervision of experienced personnel.
• Assist with drilling and blasting activities, including learning drill pattern layouts and blast preparation.
• Participate in operational and continuous improvement projects that enhance plant efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality control, and leadership teams to support production goals.
• Develop an understanding of leadership principles and best practices demonstrated by successful Martin Marietta managers.
• Perform all responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Mission, Vision, Values, policies, procedures, and Code of Ethical Business Conduct.

What You'll Gain

Throughout the internship, you will develop knowledge and experience in:

• Aggregate mining and production operations
• Equipment operation and maintenance
• Plant safety and environmental compliance
• Drilling and blasting fundamentals
• Quality control processes
• Leadership and operations management
• Teamwork, communication, and problem‑solving
• Continuous improvement and operational excellence

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in mining engineering, construction management, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work safely in an outdoor industrial environment around heavy equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn technical processes and adapt to a fast‑paced production environment.

Why Martin Marietta?

At Martin Marietta, we invest in developing future leaders. Our Production Internship provides meaningful work, experienced mentors, and exposure to one of the nation's leading aggregates companies. Interns gain valuable industry experience while building relationships and skills that can lead to future internship opportunities and full‑time positions after graduation.

At Martin Marietta, a member of the S&P 500 Index, we are an American‑based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready‑mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high‑purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values‑driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short‑Term Disability
• Long‑Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.