Quality Control Assistant Internships
Quality control assistant internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience testing real products and processes, mentorship from working quality engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Distribution & Wholesale, with Pike Industries, Capitol Aggregates, and The Shelly Company among the employers posting roles now.
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Locations: Morrisville, PA, or North New Jersey or South New Jersey
Silvi Materials has been expanding our “A” Team of employees since 1947! Our team has grown to 15+ companies, employing over 950 people across 30+ locations in Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and North Carolina. Silvi is large enough to provide the stability you need, but small enough that you can feel your individual contribution to our success. We value the fresh ideas and perspectives of each new team member. Through a combination of growth and acquisitions, Silvi Materials has become one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of concrete products in the Northeast, US. Today, Silvi Materials manufactures concrete at multiple state locations and supplies those plants with materials from Silvi-owned mining operations and a deep-water port facility.
As a Silvi Materials Quality Control Intern, you will have the opportunity to tap into the world of concrete and learn what the world’s most used building material is all about. You will get to work alongside our Experienced and Certified Quality Control Professionals at our Ready-Mix plants to develop your construction material testing skills. Your 10-12 week experience will include everything from sampling and testing finished concrete in the field to analyzing our raw materials in a laboratory setting. The goal of the Quality Control Internship is to give individuals a hands-on approach to the Concrete and aggregate testing required in the Construction Materials Industry.
So, what does a quality control intern do? As an intern, you'll be an integral part of the quality control team:
- ACI Level 1 aligned Training Outline (Industry Testing Curriculum Exposure)
- Directly handles concrete during various tests. (Hands-on Approach)
- Performs the initial and ongoing testing of aggregate and/or concrete for gradation, moisture, slump, air content, and temperature (Real-world Experience)
- After evaluation of the above factors, maintains contact with plant operations and/or fellow QC members, to ensure that necessary adjustments (if required) to the mixture are made.
- When the concrete comes to the job site, places some of the batch in cylinders. (Field Expereince)
- Performs tests that measure the compressive strength of the concrete cylinders. (Lab Expereince)
- Compares that value to the design value to ensure compliance with specifications. (Mix Process Design/Compliance)
- Enrollment in a collegiate program preferably in the fields of Concrete Industry Management, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, General Engineering, Construction Management, or Materials Science required.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds on occasion.
- Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects
- Stand for long periods of time.
- Kneel, stoop, crouch, bend, stretch, twist or crawl.
- Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
- See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
- See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
Locations: Morrisville, PA, or North New Jersey or South New Jersey
Silvi Materials has been expanding our “A” Team of employees since 1947! Our team has grown to 15+ companies, employing over 950 people across 30+ locations in Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and North Carolina. Silvi is large enough to provide the stability you need, but small enough that you can feel your individual contribution to our success. We value the fresh ideas and perspectives of each new team member. Through a combination of growth and acquisitions, Silvi Materials has become one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of concrete products in the Northeast, US. Today, Silvi Materials manufactures concrete at multiple state locations and supplies those plants with materials from Silvi-owned mining operations and a deep-water port facility.
As a Silvi Materials Quality Control Intern, you will have the opportunity to tap into the world of concrete and learn what the world’s most used building material is all about. You will get to work alongside our Experienced and Certified Quality Control Professionals at our Ready-Mix plants to develop your construction material testing skills. Your 10-12 week experience will include everything from sampling and testing finished concrete in the field to analyzing our raw materials in a laboratory setting. The goal of the Quality Control Internship is to give individuals a hands-on approach to the Concrete and aggregate testing required in the Construction Materials Industry.
So, what does a quality control intern do? As an intern, you'll be an integral part of the quality control team:
- ACI Level 1 aligned Training Outline (Industry Testing Curriculum Exposure)
- Directly handles concrete during various tests. (Hands-on Approach)
- Performs the initial and ongoing testing of aggregate and/or concrete for gradation, moisture, slump, air content, and temperature (Real-world Experience)
- After evaluation of the above factors, maintains contact with plant operations and/or fellow QC members, to ensure that necessary adjustments (if required) to the mixture are made.
- When the concrete comes to the job site, places some of the batch in cylinders. (Field Expereince)
- Performs tests that measure the compressive strength of the concrete cylinders. (Lab Expereince)
- Compares that value to the design value to ensure compliance with specifications. (Mix Process Design/Compliance)
- Enrollment in a collegiate program preferably in the fields of Concrete Industry Management, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, General Engineering, Construction Management, or Materials Science required.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds on occasion.
- Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects
- Stand for long periods of time.
- Kneel, stoop, crouch, bend, stretch, twist or crawl.
- Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
- See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
- See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
Quality Control Assistant Internship Market
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Tips for Your Quality Control Assistant Internship Search
Apply for summer roles in the fall
Large manufacturers, food companies, and life-sciences firms recruit summer quality control assistant interns the preceding fall and close cohorts before the holiday break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Start searching in September and revisit listings monthly rather than waiting until spring.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for quality control assistant interns expect limited work history, so give them something concrete to review. Document two or three projects with the tools you used, whether that's a lab analysis, an inspection checklist you designed, a statistical process control chart, or a process audit. Link or attach where the listing allows it.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured quality control programs tied to your university, and professors and career center staff often know which manufacturers or labs recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach at the same time.
Practice the technical screen before you apply
Quality control assistant intern interviews typically include a technical or analytical screen covering measurement systems, statistical concepts like control charts and Cp/Cpk, or basic root-cause tools like fishbone diagrams. Practice your answers out loud, explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer.
Target structured quality internship programs early
Larger manufacturers and life-sciences companies run formal rotational or cohort internship programs designed to train people new to quality systems, often covering multiple departments across the summer. These programs recruit early and fill fast, so identify the ones that match your field, check their recruiting timelines, and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the quality control assistant internships listed here. Many quality control positions require lab access, production floor time, or in-person inspection work, so decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting. Filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take.
Quality Control Assistant Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a quality control assistant internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented portfolio of inspection reports, process audits, or lab analyses gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where quality-focused recruiters often move faster for candidates they meet in person.
Can a quality control assistant internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for quality control assistant interns is performance on real inspection or compliance work, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest in returning. Do solid work, ask questions, and treat the internship seriously without counting on an offer.
When should I apply for quality control assistant internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large manufacturers and consumer-goods companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping up offers before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than assuming one seasonal window covers everything.
Are quality control assistant internships paid?
Most professional quality control assistant internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid internships exist but are uncommon in manufacturing, food science, and life sciences, where the work is project-based and time-intensive.
What should a quality control assistant internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For quality control assistant candidates, the strongest proof is a linked lab report, a documented inspection checklist you created, a process improvement case study, or a CAD or measurement system analysis you can walk through. Add relevant coursework in quality systems, statistics, or materials science, and keep the whole thing to one page.
Are there remote quality control assistant internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the quality control assistant internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them. Many quality control roles require hands-on lab or production floor access, so read each listing carefully before applying.
Can international students get quality control assistant internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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