Quality Control Intern (Req #: 1276)
Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our "family by choice" ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the company's construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.
About the role
Peckham’s paid Internship Program is designed to add practical, relevant experience to your field of study while welcoming you into our "family by choice" culture. As a Quality Control Intern, you will assist and support our Quality Control Team with essential projects, including benchmarking PEM mix designs and cataloging an online database. The Quality Control Intern will actively contribute to the implementation and improvement of our quality control procedures, ensuring the delivery of high-quality construction materials. This role provides exposure to various aspects of quality management within a dynamic construction environment. The Quality Control Intern is a team member who guarantees continuous production and ensures our hot mix asphalt, liquid asphalt, cold mix asphalt, crushed stone, sand, and gravel are consistent with State, Federal, and local specifications.
Responsibilities
- Follow all safety guidelines across our different lines of business and corporate offices.
- Execute work with honesty, a positive attitude, and a productive approach in a learning environment where questions are welcomed.
- Contribute professional work in a timely and organized manner as outlined in a syllabus.
- Collaborate to create value through employee engagement, sustainability, and stakeholder partnerships to deliver the best results.
Requirements
- Excellent attendance and punctuality.
- Responsible for your own housing and reliable transportation.
- Strict adherence to all safety protocols and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Current enrollment at an accredited college or university with a 3.0 or higher GPA.
- Proficient written and verbal English communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Qualifications
- Successful submission of our online application by Monday, May 11, 2026, including:
- A cover letter or paragraph stating your major and what intrigues you about it.
- A resume including your LinkedIn profile, if you have one.
- One written recommendation (email acceptable) from a current or previous employer, teacher, or professor.
Pay
$22.00 per hour