About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

An internship with Heidelberg Materials is a unique experience. You’ll receive hands-on training and mentorship from some of the most talented professionals in the industry, while making meaningful contributions throughout your time with us. Interns also have opportunities to engage with senior leadership, participate in community initiatives, and build lasting connections with peers both inside and outside the workplace.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist with the deployment, maintenance, and support of IT and OT infrastructure, including hardware, software, networking, and connectivity solutions.
• Participate in system upgrades, testing, troubleshooting, and infrastructure modernization initiatives across operational environments.
• Support the documentation of technical procedures, network diagrams, system configurations, and operational processes.
• Gain hands-on exposure to industrial technologies, including SCADA, PLCs, HMI systems, plant communications, and remote operations solutions.
• Assist with technology assessments, asset inventory management, and lifecycle tracking of IT/OT equipment.
• Support network monitoring and deployment activities while developing knowledge of switching, routing, wireless technologies, VLANs, and network segmentation.
• Contribute to cybersecurity efforts by supporting vulnerability management, endpoint protection, secure remote access, and compliance initiatives.
• Support digital transformation projects involving Industrial IoT, AI-enabled solutions, remote monitoring technologies, and operational analytics.
• Collaborate with IT engineers, OT specialists, plant personnel, and vendors on projects, site visits, workshops, and a capstone internship presentation.

What Are We Looking For

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related technical field.
• Coursework, projects, or hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas: networking, Windows operating systems, Microsoft 365 technologies, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, virtualization platforms, industrial automation systems, programming/scripting, or data analytics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate information and recommend practical solutions.
• Self-motivated learner who is eager to explore new technologies and adapt to evolving business needs.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across technical and operational teams.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Interest in industrial operations, manufacturing, digital transformation, and leveraging technology to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

• Hybrid corporate and industrial work environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across North America on IT/OT and digital transformation initiatives.
• Occasional travel to plants, quarries, terminals, and Remote Operations Centers; PPE required during site visits.
• Gain hands-on experience with industrial networks, automation systems, cybersecurity, and digital technologies.
• Receive mentorship from experienced IT and OT professionals while supporting projects that impact operational performance and safety.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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