Resources

Some employees begin careers in mining or concrete after attending college, completing an internship, or obtaining training through a local union. Below are links to opportunities for becoming more proficient at your job and advancing your career.

Colleges and universities offering bachelors degrees in concrete, construction, geology, or mining

 

Iowa State University   Home of the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center
Michigan Technological University
Minnesota State University – Mankato
South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
South Dakota State University   Home of the Concrete Industry Management Program
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota – Duluth

 

 

Employment and/or internship opportunities in Minnesota’s construction materials industry

 

Stone, sand, and gravel producers
Concrete producers
Concrete construction firms
Equipment suppliers
Material suppliers
Professional services
All members of the Aggregate and Ready Mix Association of Minnesota

 

 

Technical and Certificate Programs in Minnesota

 

Truck and Commercial Vehicle Operation
Dredge Operators
Excavators and Loading Machine Operators
Construction Equipment Operators
Dispatchers
Concrete Finishers

 

Skate 4 Concrete

The concrete industry is offering the skateboarding community the opportunity to build their career and community from the ground up. Skate4Concrete provides a place where it is easy to explore entry-level careers in concrete that set the stage where the skate community can craft their own career path. Learn more below!

Concrete Supply
Concrete Construction

 

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National Workforce Resources

National Stone, Sand, and Gravel – Workforce Development