https://jobs.riotinto.com/job/22521293/intern-geotechnical-engineer/#gtm-jobdetail-desc
We are offering a 3-month Geotechnical Engineer Summer internship at our mine and refinery based in Boron, California.
We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining. We have technical development programs that are industry-leading and recognize the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills.
Working in a challenging and exciting environment, within the RTM Borates Department, you will:
- Perform engineering duties connected to rock mechanics, geotechnical monitoring systems such as radars, total stations and seismographs or working with our hydrogeology systems.
What you’ll bring
- At least one year completed in Geotechnical engineering, Hydrogeology or other related field
- Slope stability software such as Rocfall, Slide or SlopeW would be considered an asset
- Leadership skills, eagerness to learn and ready for the challenge ahead
- Flexibility and autonomy
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a team
- Valid driving licence
*To be eligible, you must be a registered student at a recognized American university and have the right to work full-time in the United States.
What we offer
- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
- A competitive salary
- A relocation lump-sum offered for students (for eligible students)
- Reimburse 1-time travel to and from your work site (for eligible students)
- Ambitious, exciting and rewarding experience
- Opportunity to build relationships with the Rio Tinto team and community
- A great chance to prepare yourself to join our Graduate Development Program
Where will you be working
Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world’s demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.