A Day with Dyckerhoff Polska at AGH – Learning and Inspiration for Young Engineers

The Faculty of Materials Engineering and Ceramics at the AGH University of Science and Technology in Kraków hosted representatives of Dyckerhoff Polska – a leader in the cement and concrete industry, part of the international Buzzi Unicem Group.

The event, “A Day with Dyckerhoff Polska,” was a unique opportunity for students, doctoral candidates, and graduates to meet industry practitioners and engage in discussions about careers, innovations, and sustainable development.

Collaboration between Science and Industry

The event was opened by Prof. Włodzimierz Mozgawa, PhD, DSc, Dean of the Faculty of Materials Engineering and Ceramics (WIMiC) at AGH, who warmly welcomed the numerous attendees and emphasized the importance of students’ contact with industry. Representing Dyckerhoff Polska, Adam Dec, Director of Human Resources and Legal Affairs, presented the company’s values and its approach to employee development.

– At Dyckerhoff Polska, we prioritize professionalism, cooperation, and responsibility. We believe that investing in people is an investment in the future. That is why we open doors to young engineers eager to grow in a dynamic and modern industry – he emphasized.

The cooperation between science and industry was also highlighted by Prof. Jan Deja, PhD, DSc, from the Department of Building Materials Technology at AGH:

– Such initiatives help students understand how theory translates into practice and what working in a modern industrial plant looks like.

Passionate People – Dyckerhoff Polska Experts

The event featured inspiring presentations by Dyckerhoff Polska experts, many of whom are AGH alumni.

Martyna Gos, process engineer, shared her professional journey – from internships to an independent position. – The most rewarding part of my work is seeing the effects of my efforts – from idea to finished product. Dyckerhoff truly offers great development opportunities – she said.

Marek Mucha, laboratory supervisor and AGH graduate, presented the topic of high-performance concrete BWW C60/75 used in bridge structures.

Meanwhile, Aleksandra Kosturkiewicz, senior quality specialist and also an alumnus of this university, discussed the operation of the modern cement plant laboratory, which supports production processes and quality control.

Krzysztof Smulczyński, Plenipotentiary for the Integrated Management System, spoke about the integrated approach to management. – At Dyckerhoff, cooperation is the key word – we combine competencies and experiences from different areas to achieve more together.

Discussions, Inspiration, and Networking

The discussion panel featuring Dyckerhoff Polska experts attracted great interest: Martyna Gos, Marek Mucha, Aleksandra Kosturkiewicz, Krzysztof Smulczyński, Zuzanna Graur – Sustainability and Decarbonization Manager, Agata Romaniuk – Cement Line Quality Manager, and Jacek Grabski – Key Accounts and Market Analysis Manager. The discussion was moderated by Agnieszka Krupa, Recruitment and Training Specialist.

Participants learned what daily work at Dyckerhoff Polska looks like, how to develop technical competencies, and about opportunities available to students through internships and placements. The panel became an inspiring space for exchanging experiences and asking questions directly to company representatives.

After the substantive part, a networking zone was held where participants could chat freely with Dyckerhoff Polska experts, seek career advice and learn about the recruitment process. An additional attraction was a company knowledge quiz, where the fastest and most attentive participants won branded gifts.

The Shared Future of Engineers and Industry

“A Day with Dyckerhoff Polska” was an event full of energy, inspiration, and conversations about the future of the building materials industry. It showed that combining science with practice and openness to young engineers is the key to the development of the entire sector.

Dyckerhoff Polska thanks the Faculty of Materials Engineering and Ceramics of the AGH University of Science and Technology for hosting and all participants for their presence, engagement, and the time spent together. We believe this meeting was the beginning of many valuable relationships and an inspiring step towards the professional future of young engineers.