Intern :Construction

Requisition ID 530537-Posted 11/06/2026- AMAT - PJ Keating Co - Internship - Facilities/Construction - United States - Massachusetts

P.J. Keating Company, a CRH company, is a leading manufacturer of aggregate and HMA products and Paving and Construction in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We operate aggregate and Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) production facilities in Acushnet, Dracut, and Lunenburg, Massachusetts as well as Cranston, Rhode Island. Our modern facilities, veteran paving crews, experienced construction management team and large investment in plants and equipment make us one of the largest and most efficient producers in the state of Massachusetts as well as one of only two RIDOT approved stone suppliers in the state of Rhode Island.

We are seeking Summer Interns with an interest in Construction. The internship season will begin in May 2026 and may run through the end of August 2026. Opportunities are available in Lunenburg, MA and Acushnet, MA. This internship provides hands‑on experience in the construction industry while supporting field and operational teams throughout the summer season.

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a qualified, safety minded, highly motivated individual to work as an intern in our construction division. The intern will aid and assist the Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Superintendents on construction projects. The selected candidate will be involved with and learn about various aspects of P.J. Keating Company. including, but not limited to:

• Safety
• Support the safety goals and processes of the company
• OSHA training and regulations
• Fundamentals of Fatality Elimination and Risk Assessment
• Understand compliance requirements for our operations to meet federal and state regulations including MSHA and OSHA etc.
• Quality Control/Quality Assurance – Asphalt, Aggregates,
• Gain an understanding of the QC/QA process and material testing procedures at P.J. Keating Company for aggregates, asphalt, and construction
• Learn the material specification requirements our products are required to meet
• Gain an in-depth understanding of the bidding and execution of construction. This includes project estimating/bidding, pre-construction meetings, in-house safety meetings, OJT’s, subcontractor compliance, planning and scheduling, trucking, and traffic control requirement
• Spend time in field operations for heavy construction, reclaim, fine grade and paving
• Understand how crew and scheduling efficiency is instrumental to achieve project goals
• Learn how we manage contract backlog and the importance of long term planning
• Build relationships with key stakeholders at P.J. Keating Company.
• Show a commitment to be visible and active in operations with your fellow employees
• Learn how to identify and resolve safety, personnel, and equipment/operational problems, in a timely and effective manner
• In additional to learning these aspects, the selected candidate may be required to perform general laboring duties. This position will be based in Massachusetts but travel may be required throughout the State depending on the location of our jobs.

Personal Protective Equipment

Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and construction areas as outlined by OSHA, MSHA and state agencies. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position: hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection and reinforced toed shoes for any work in the field.

What CRH Offers You

• This position pay $20 an hour
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An 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 a large international organization.

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EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.