Internship - Northwest Region (Salem, OR) (Finance)

Job ID: 513994

CRH is a leading global diversified building materials group, employing over 75,800 people at more than 3,160 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the leading building materials company in North America and the world. We manufacture and distribute a diverse range of superior building materials, products, and solutions, which are used extensively in construction projects of all sizes.

Position Overview:

Our paid internship program provides a rich and rewarding hands-on learning experience and the opportunity to make a contribution to our organization. Our interns work in their course of study under close direction of an experienced supervisor/manager to learn about various roles within the building materials industry.

Dates: Summer 2026

Location: Salem, OR and surrounding area.

Potential Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions):

Construction:

• Support coordination efforts with regulatory agencies and traffic control subcontractors
• Assist in preparing and mobilizing job sites for construction activities
• Collaborate with subcontractors and superintendents to ensure seamless project execution
• Contribute to the preparation and documentation of change orders
• Monitor and track daily quantities for subcontractor and prime contract work
• Provide ongoing support for project supervision and oversight
• Participate in construction meetings with owners, utility providers, and subcontractors
• Attend and contribute to internal production meetings
• Assist in performing grade verification and site measurements
• Support quantity measurement for job progress and final billing
• Learn and utilize estimating and bid tracking software
• Develop proficiency in reading and interpreting specifications and construction plans
• Analyze project data, including production rates and cost metrics, to support bid preparation
• Conduct various tests on aggregates, asphalt mixes, and ready-mix concrete (e.g., gradation, moisture, oil content, density, strength)
• Assist with material sampling in both plant and field environments
• Support layout, fabrication, and assembly tasks as needed

Quality Control:

• Learn and apply quality control methodologies and reporting standards
• Gain familiarity with paving processes and density control techniques
• Understand mix specification requirements across various applications
• Develop knowledge of aggregate processing and quality assurance protocols
• Assist in safely and efficiently testing construction materials
• Communicate test results and mix specifications with fellow technicians
• Report findings ethically and in accordance with the company's Ethics Policy
• Follow assigned quality control plans and procedures

Environmental:

• Acquire foundational knowledge of environmental regulations relevant to construction and materials industries
• Understand permitting processes and compliance requirements
• Assist in conducting inspections, audits, and compliance reviews to ensure regulatory adherence
• Conduct interviews with site personnel to gather necessary compliance data
• Compile and organize data into spreadsheets for annual reporting
• Participate in site reviews of environmental plans and documentation
• Support special environmental projects as assigned
• Contribute to the development of sustainable work practices and innovative solutions
• Help identify areas of concern and assist in data analysis

GIS:

• Assist in implementing systems and databases for geospatial data management
• Produce maps, data layers, tables, and other visualizations related to parcels, land use, and leases
• Support efforts to standardize and validate geographic data
• Review GIS datasets for accuracy and completeness
• Conduct research to determine property ownership and update maps accordingly
• Interpret base maps and maintain parcel/land use databases; verify and assign boundaries

Sustainability:

• Learn and assist in developing and maintaining Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for company products
• Support ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives and product innovation across operating companies
• Contribute to cross-functional projects in departments such as Quality Control, Sustainability, Environmental Compliance, and Government Relations
• Assist in analyzing sustainability-related data and reporting insights

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must be entering currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Material Science, Construction Management, or closely related program of study.
• Must be available to work approximately 30-40 hours per week
• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workloads in a fast-paced environment.
• A valid driver's license, current authorization to work in the United States, and pass pre-employment controlled-substance testing.

Work Requirements:

• This position has been identified by the employer as safety sensitive and will be subject to an employer-required pre-employment drug screening that includes testing for nonpsychoactive cannabis metabolites.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Participate and promote an inclusive environment.
• May include limited travel within the Pacific Northwest.
• Other duties as assigned

Company Benefits:

• Paid Sick Leave
• 9 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 1 Floating)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Potential for Overtime
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Provided
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

CRH is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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