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Job: Drill & Blast Engineer – Rio Tinto

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Location: Boron, CA

About The Role

The Drill and Blast Engineer is responsible for the design, planning, execution, and optimization of drilling and blasting operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective mineral extraction. Reporting to the Senior Engineer, this role involves close collaboration with technical and operational staff to develop and implement blast strategies that align with operational goals and regulatory standards. The D&B engineer will be responsible for mitigating risks, optimizing wall control, and ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective mining.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design drill patterns and blast plans based on geological and geotechnical data.
  • Select appropriate explosives and detonation systems for each project.
  • Monitor drilling accuracy and adjust plans to minimize dilution and overbreak.
  • Conduct post-blast analysis and maintain detailed documentation.
  • Lead implementation of advanced blast design, analysis, and modeling tools (e.g., JKSimBlast, BlastIQ) to simulate wall response.
  • Drive continuous improvement through fragmentation analysis, vibration monitoring, and blast audits.
  • Align short-term blast execution with long-term pit design, ensuring wall angles and catch-bench configurations are preserved.
  • Collaborates with geotechnical teams to:
  • Incorporate prism, radar, and other monitoring data into blast designs.
  • Adjust charge weights and initiation sequences near zones of known movement or historical instability.
  • Support back-analysis of blast-induced wall deformation, improving predictive models and future designs.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
  • Provide technical support and training to drill and blast crews.
  • Maintain and analyze stope metrics (e.g., powder factor, recovery rates).
  • Participate in safety meetings and conduct regular inspections of work areas.

What You’ll Bring (Minimum Qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Explosive Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in drill and blast engineering, preferably in open-pit mining.
  • Proficiency in blast design software and 3D mine planning tools.
  • Strong understanding of explosives, drilling equipment, and blasting techniques.
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards (e.g., MSHA, Explosives Act).
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Familiarity with Boron’s unique mineralogy and operational environment is a plus.

It will also be beneficial if you have:

  • Experience with borates or similar industrial minerals.
  • Knowledge of vibration monitoring and environmental impact mitigation.
  • Exposure to lean mining practices and operational efficiency programs.

Work Environment

Primarily field-based at the Boron mine site with some office-based planning.

Exposure to desert climate and rugged terrain.

PPE and safety protocols strictly enforced.

What we offer

Here is just a glimpse of our industry leading rewards package:

  • A safety-focused and inclusive working environment
  • A competitive salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees
  • Career development & education assistance to further your ambitions
  • Access to top tier family-friendly health and medical programs
  • Excellent retirement plan
  • A comprehensive leave policy that covers all moments that matter in life (vacation/annual, paid parental leave, short term sick leave, paid holidays)
  • Ongoing individual wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matters
  • Generous Rio Tinto employee share program

Where you will be working

This role is located in Boron; CA. Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We provide 30 per cent of the world’s supply of refined borates; remarkable minerals that are essential to life and to modern living.

Also known for its 20 Mule Team Borax brand, Rio Tinto Borates traces its roots to California’s Death Valley, where borate deposits were discovered in 1872.

The twenty-mule teams Borax used to haul ore out of the remote desert live on as a symbol of our commitment to innovation. Rio Tinto Borates distinguishes itself through world-class safety, environmental and community practices, and a commitment to constant innovation and improvement.

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Internship: Mine Engineer – Peabody Energy

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Req ID:  5284

City:  Wright

State:  WY

Country/Region:  US

Postal Code:  82732

Department:  Engineering

Site: N Antelope/Rochelle Mine

About the role:

Peabody is committed to attracting and retaining top talent and developing them as our next generation leaders. Peabody strives to achieve its mission by providing our employees with an empowered, collaborative work environment based on mutual trust and respect that emphasizes safe working conditions, rewards continuous improvement, innovation and creativity, and provides opportunities for job satisfaction and career advancement.

If you thrive in an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, teamwork, problem-solving and customer satisfaction, consider a career with Peabody. We are currently seeking Mine Engineer Interns for our 2026 Internship Program.

The Engineering Intern Program is a program intended to give Engineering (mining, mechanical, environmental, and electrical), students the opportunity to learn and gain hands-on experience within the organization and industry. The program is committed to provide a solid launch into the organization with opportunities to learn the business, expand on past experiences, demonstrate strong performance, add value with key assignments, and earn credibility.

Mine Engineer Intern duties will include:

  • Visibly support and champion Peabody’s Mission and Values.
  • Act in accordance with and adhere to Safety as a Way of Life Management System.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining maps for mine planning, quality evaluations, property control, obstacle mitigation and permitting for all active, proposed, and closed mining operations.
  • Assist with the development, design and communication of all necessary mine plan designs including longwall, continuous miner, etc.
  • Assist with developing reclamation schedule and designs necessary to return land to Post Mine Topography and achieve maximum bond release.
  • Conduct engineering calculations of volumetrics, short to mid-range mine planning and coal quality.
  • Accurately perform or assist in the gathering and recording of production and engineering data.
  • Assist in developing a schedule for associated mine plan designs to keep mine on schedule for uncovering the necessary coal and meeting required coal shipment quantities.
  • Assist the Engineering Department in the development of special projects and/or project management as needed.
  • Conduct safety observations and participate in safety audits.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Company

About you:

  • Pursuing a degree in Mining/Civil Engineering or other related area.
  • Legally authorized to work in the US
  • Currently residing in the US
  • Excellent communication, technical and presentation skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; energy; initiative; innovation; organizational, communication and decision making skills
  • Past work experiences as a summer intern is a plus
  • Candidates must be geographically mobile
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Products

Physical Requirements:

  • Must have the ability to stand for up to 4 hours per shift.
  • Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles.
  • Must have the ability to work from elevated positions, walk/climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on and off equipment and ladders.
  • Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA
  • Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms and legs and good hand to eye coordination.
  • Must have the ability to lift/raise 10 – 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance frequently during work shift. 
  • Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.
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Job: Graduate Mine Engineer – Peabody Energy

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Req ID:  5337

City:  Wright

State:  WY

Country/Region:  US

Postal Code:  82732

Department:  Mining Engineering

About the role:

Peabody is committed to attracting and retaining top talent and developing them as our next generation leaders. Peabody strives to achieve its mission by providing our employees with an empowered, collaborative work environment based on mutual trust and respect that emphasizes safe working conditions, rewards continuous improvement, innovation and creativity, and provides opportunities for job satisfaction and career advancement.

We are currently seeking a Graduate Engineer to join our Production team at our North Antelope Rochelle (NARM) Mine located in Wright, WY! 

Peabody NARM  has a safety-first culture and strives to have zero recordable MSHA injuries/incidents.

Graduate Engineers are normally responsible under professional supervision for contributions to broader projects around the mine. 

Job Description 

  • Visibly support and champion Peabody’s Missions and Values  
  • Act in accordance with and adhere to Safety as a Way of Life Management System 
  • Short, medium and long term mine planning activities 
  • Examine mining methods and equipment to improve performance 
  • Prepare drilling and blasting plans 
  • Monitor mine ventilation (if applicable) and provide other mine services 
  • Ensure activities comply with safety, environmental and statutory requirements 
  • Other duties as assigned by the company 

About you:

  • This is an entry level position that requires basic/recent graduate level engineering knowledge. 
  • Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline is required, preferably Mining, Civil, Electrical, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering. 
  • Prior internship experience in mining industry is strongly preferred. 

Physical Requirements:

  • Must have the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time on uneven, rocky surfaces for up to the entire length of the shift 
  • Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles 
  • Must have the ability to walk for up to 4 hours at a time. Will be required to walk through different sections of the mine with varying degrees of clearance and headroom 
  • Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA 
  • Must have the ability to bend or stoop for a full work period as a result of mine height 
  • Must have the ability to climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on/off equipment and ladders 
  • Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms/legs and good hand to eye coordination 
  • Must have the ability to lift 25 – 50 lbs. on a frequent basis and the ability to occasionally lift items weighing up to 80 lbs. 
  • Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high decibels, varying degrees of light/dark, in and around artificial light, and in a confined work area 
  • Must have the ability to work various shifts (required shifts include days, evening and nights, with rotating schedules, weekends and holidays) 
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Job: Regional Mine Engineer – Lhoist

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RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

Lead Safety

  • Provide leadership and active involvement in LNA Safety programs;
  • Ensure consistent application of the highest level of safety into design and plans;

Mine Planning (Regional)

  • Lead the development of regional mine plans (as applicable),
  • Ensure consistent application of Lhoist mine planning standards and programs across the region,
  • Provide training and support to the individual sites in the rollout and use of the various Lhoist standards, tools, and programs.

Mine Planning (Site)

  • Lead the Quarry/Mine Mining Team in the development and implementation of the mine plans/schedules.  This includes ensuring revisions to the various mine plans are completed and updated on a timely basis;
  • Lead the development and revision of the various Geological, As-built, QC and other deposit computer models;
  • Tracking performance and compliance of the quarry/mine operations team to the published mine plans, documenting the conditions that lead to issues which will to be utilized in the next revision cycle;

Technical Design / Data Analysis:

  • Able to gather, sort, and analyze various sources of information (mobile equipment, surveys, cost databases, and related) to determine specific production and performance information;
  • Able to use this information to develop safe, technically competent, economically sound design documents, programs, cost models, and studies;

Project Management:

  • Lead the development of project scope and conducted preliminary planning, preparing design documents, and cost models;
  • Support the CAPEX process through technical and financial evaluations, as needed;
  • Lead in contractor vetting and selection;
  • Function as needed in various project team roles

Site Visits / Audits:

  • Coordinate and conduct routine technical inspections, audits, review meetings, and work sessions at the various quarries and mines;
  • Provide on-site support, technical expertise, or other assistance as requested by the sites or quarries to address or support technical issues;

Perform other duties as needed

ATTRIBUTES:

  • Strong practical experience with Underground Mining Techniques (Room & Pillar preferred) background, along a solid understanding of Surface Mining Techniques; some background in surveying practices and techniques.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to proactively identify problems from the dataset.
  • Strong written and oral communications skills, presentation skills and work effectively in a team environment.
  • Physically and emotionally able to work in a mine environment (Above ground and/or underground)
  • Must be capable of working any shift, on-call, overtime, or seven days a week, if needed.
  • Must be willing to be hands-on and not afraid to perform other work assigned to help the team be successful.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and meeting all required deadlines.
  • Must have strong computer skills various general and specialized technical software packages.
  • Must be able to lead and work within a team organization relying predominately on influential / informal management methods;
  • Possesses a high standard of integrity and able to the gain respect and confidence of employees on all levels of the organizations;
  • Possesses superior intellect and creativity to grasp new concepts quickly;
  • Demonstrates a strong technical and analytical competence and is detail oriented;
  • Able to communicate effectively in both formal and informal settings;
  • Can prioritize and manage competing tasks and deadlines and is able to respond with a strong sense of urgency in meeting customer needs;
  • Must have the ability to work with minimal direct supervision and is capable of independent action within the range of the general instructions, policies, and standards;  
  • Focused on bottom-line business and results for both the long and short term, with a solid understanding of business and objectives

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Must be physically able to perform work assigned and capable of accessing all plant locations, which could include heights, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
  • Will be working in both an office environment and in a mining environment, which may include exposure to:  temperature extremes, noise, uneven surfaces, vibration, oils, and atmospheric conditions such as dust, fumes, and metallic particles.
  • May be required to periodically perform the following actions: Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing, and sitting.
  • Will require periodic travel to each of the regional locations as needed.
  • Must be physically able to perform work assigned.
  • Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.
  • Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, noise and dust.
  • Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
  • Will be working in both an office environment and in a mining process environment.
  • The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions:  Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Walking on Uneven Surfaces, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Metallic Particles.
  • The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds. 
  • Ability to travel up to 50% as needed and/or directed by leadership.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in geology, mining, or related engineering / technical degree and/or equivalent proven work experience in the field

PREFFERED EDUCATION:

  •  BS / MS in Mining Engineering or Geology and/or PE Registration

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

  • Must have at least 3-5 years of progressive technical responsibility in mining environment.  Previous leadership or supervision experience is a plus.

PREFFERED EXPERIENCE:

  •  4-6 years of previous underground and/or above-ground mining and blasting experience.
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Closed Job: New Graduate Trainee – Covia

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Multiple Locations

Description

Covia responsibly provides minerals solutions for a better tomorrow. As a leading provider of diversified minerals, our products support a variety of industrial markets, including glass, ceramics, coatings, metals, foundry, polymers, construction, water filtration, and sports and recreation. Long-standing relationships with a broad customer base enable Covia’s market-inspired approach to innovation to enhance solutions and customer benefits. Underpinning these strengths is an unwavering commitment to safety and to sustainable development, further enhancing the value that Covia delivers to all its stakeholders.

Covia is seeking motivated and high-potential recent college graduates to join our New Graduate Trainee Program, an immersive 18-month development experience designed to build future leaders across our U.S. plant network. This rotational program offers real-world, hands-on exposure to plant operations, production, quality, maintenance, safety, and supply chain.

Trainees will complete structured assignments in key functional areas and work closely with experienced plant leaders to develop their technical, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Upon successful completion, trainees will transition into a full-time role.

The successful candidate will have the following Key Accountabilities:

  • Rotate through 5 core functional areas: HSE, Mining/Quality, Operations & Supply Chain, Maintenance, Parts, Inventory.
  • Participate in hands-on training and shadowing across multiple shifts, including nights and weekends
  • Contribute to daily production, maintenance, lab, and shipping activities
  • Support plant safety inspections, quality testing, equipment troubleshooting, and process improvement projects
  • Complete technical certifications (MSHA, Lean Basics)
  • Deliver a plant-wide capstone project with measurable business impact
  • Work collaboratively with plant operators, technicians, supervisors, and cross-functional leaders
  • Receive quarterly feedback, coaching, and performance evaluations

Program Details:

  • Duration: 18 months
  • Start Date: June 1, 2026

The successful candidate will have the following Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineer, Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, Environmental Science, or related field
  • Graduation within the last 0–2 years
  • Previous internship, co-op, or leadership experience preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Willingness to relocate and work flexible hours/shifts
  • High level of initiative, teamwork, and safety awareness
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Closed Internship: Operations Internship Summer 2026 – Covia

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Description

Covia responsibly provides minerals solutions for a better tomorrow. As a leading provider of diversified minerals, our products support a variety of industrial markets, including glass, ceramics, coatings, metals, foundry, polymers, construction, water filtration, and sports and recreation. Long-standing relationships with a broad customer base enable Covia’s market-inspired approach to innovation to enhance solutions and customer benefits. Underpinning these strengths is an unwavering commitment to safety and to sustainable development, further enhancing the value that Covia delivers to all its stakeholders.

Covia is looking for a dynamic Operations Intern who will have a positive impact on the Operations Team at several of Covia’s locations.  As an Operations Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn and participate in the various aspects of operating a successful plant as well as participating in an assigned project to benefit the operation. The internship will be May 18, 2026 – August 7, 2026.

The successful candidate will have the following Key Accountabilities:

  • Learn, and adhere to, the safety principles of Covia including PPE, MSHA regulation, industrial hygiene, workplace inspections, etc.
  • Work with the Mine Superintendent and Mine Supervisor to gain a basic understanding of mining processes, including drilling, blasting, haulage, surveying, sampling, etc.
  • Work with the Plant Superintendent and Shift Supervisors to gain a basic understanding of grinding, flotation, drying, screening, and loading
  • Work with the Quality Control Supervisor to gain a basic understanding of quality control, sampling, data management, reporting, continuous improvement, etc.
  • Work with the Environmental Supervisor to gain a basic understanding of permitting, regulatory requirements and reporting, reclamation, etc.
  • Work with the Maintenance Supervisor to gain a basic understanding of preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, purchasing, scheduling, etc.
  • Assist the salaried staff as needed to address technical problems and/or projects
  • Perform other duties as assigned

The successful candidate will have the following Minimum Qualifications:

  • Pursuing a degree in Engineering (mining, mechanical, industrial, chemical, etc.) or a related field of study from an accredited university
  • Interested in developing a career in Operations
  • Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
  • The ability to think logically and communicate ideas with others
  • Willingness to interact and thrive in a diverse group dynamic
  • Demonstrate analytical and business skills

Internship Locations:

  • Marston, NC 
  • Portage, WI 
  • Troy Grove, IL 
  • Fort Smith, AR 
  • Roff, OK 
  • Elco, IL 
  • Cleburne, TX
  • Junction City, GA 
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Closed Job: Mine Geologist – i-80 Gold

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Position: Mine Geologist The Mine Geologist is responsible for underground ore control and mapping activities, assisting with underground drilling programs, and rc/core logging. Daily functions will align with and reflect the company’s values.

Location: Granite Creek Mine, 6750 Getchell Mine Road, Golconda, NV

Responsibilities

• Daily underground mapping of advanced headings • Perform underground channel sampling and material type routing. • Supervise sample collection for accuracy and consistency, timely delivery to lab. • Production data entry in Acquire. • Update digital data in mapping medium for use in geologic and estimation model. • Perform drill programs designs for diamond core and reverse circulation drilling using Vulcan software. • Support diamond and RC drilling activities through drill and drill station inspections. • Geologic and geotechnical data collection from drill core and RC chips. • Attends and participates in daily/weekly safety meetings. • Compile and validate drilling data; including assay results, downhole survey, geology logging and QAQC and other data collected during drilling. • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Geology required. • Excellent safety record required. • One to three years of professional experience in the mining industry. • Ability to work within a team environment and possess excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills required. • Capable of utilizing latest computer & software technologies such as Microsoft Office products and mining programs such as Vulcan, Leapfrog and Acquire. • Highly effective organizational and time management skills. • Ability to take initiative and work independently in a results-oriented environment. • Experience with logging diamond drill core and RC Chips. • Underground mining experience preferred. • Knowledge or experience in Carlin Type deposits. • Understanding of mining operations and drill techniques preferred. • Ability to work in a dynamic fast-paced environment. • Ability to walk up, down, and over rough terrain. • Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. throughout the day How to Apply: Please refer to the Careers page on our website for instructions on how to apply. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Closed Internship: Mining Engineer – CRH

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Job ID:  [[328300]]

Michigan Paving and Materials, a vertically integrated CRH company, energetically drives to continually be a leader in our markets in quality construction materials and value added services by employing innovative techniques and customer-centric practices. We believe that our employees are the reason for our success and we focus on their development and advancement opportunities as well as attracting new talent to our organization. We encourage you to learn more by visiting www.michiganpaving.com, www.stoneco.net or our parent company at www.crhamericas.com

Position Overview

We are seeking a summer intern. The desired area of interest is Mine Engineering.  The intern season will begin between mid-May/early June 2025 and run through August 2025. The location is in Monroe, MI.

To qualify for the intern program you must be enrolled in an accredited college, university or trade school.  Most of our intern positions will work in outdoor and indoor conditions.  Interns must be 18 years or older and able to perform the job duties with or without accommodation.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions):

  • Collaborates and conducts with others geographical exploration by reviewing maps and drilling logs to determine location, size, accessibility and estimated volumes of deposits
  • Assists in determining long-range planning designs and data
  • Ability to detect safety hazards and respond accordingly.
  • Adhere to any and all state and federal regulations, if applicable, as set forth by the US Department of Transportation (DOT), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), or any other regulatory agency
  • Operate sUAV for mine planning, topography mapping and stripping calculations.
  • Quality Control/Quality Assurance
  • Spend time in field operations for aggregates
  • Work with operations on monthly projections
  • Shadow operations personnel to learn operational planning and aggregate objectives
  • Work with crews and managers on blasting operations

Qualifications

  • Ideal candidate must be currently enrolled in a college degree program related to the industry and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75 or better
  • Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check
  • Must maintain current driver’s license that meets state requirements
  • Must have or be willing to obtain MSHA New Miner Training, And FAA Part 107 Certification for sUAV Operator
  • Must have the ability to work without close supervision
  • High ethical standards
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Capable of utilizing the internet effectively for research and evaluation
  • Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
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Scholarship: SME

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Each year the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME) and the SME Foundation offer $1.6 million in scholarships to SME student members. Students who demonstrate academic success and a desire to pursue a career in the minerals industry should apply.

Multiple scholarships are available for undergraduate and graduate students. Be sure to view the full guidelines and applications to ensure you meet the requirements.

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Internship: Mining Engineer Internship – Northern Star

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Due to expansion of our Intern Program, Northern Star (Pogo) LLC have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Mining Engineer Intern at our world-class Pogo operation in Alaska on a rotational camp schedule.

What do we offer?

  • Vibrant hub of activity on site, with the ability to be part of successful and productive team
  • Ongoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invest in their people.

What’s the role?

The Mining Engineer Intern reports to the Mine Superintendent, and the primary role is to assist the Mine Engineering team with operational and engineering requirements. This includes using site procedures and processes to conduct specific tasks under the direction of Senior Engineers, and includes working in an office and / or underground workplaces.

Duties include:

  • Create mining instructions for the direction of operational activities including development instructions, drilling designs, blast plans, etc.
  • Conduct post mining reconciliation reviews.
  • Conduct mine area inspections to ensure mine instructions have been executed and quality aspects are in line with expectations.
  • Conduct mine inspections / surveys to record the mine operating environmental conditions and report finding to senior operational personnel (e.g. ventilation surveys, monthly area inspections, etc.)
  • Develop short term mining schedules and present these to the technical and operating team.

What are we looking for?

You’ll be a highly motivated individual who will display behaviour consistent to our Northern Star Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results, looking to work with the business for the long term and be an integral part in its future growth and development.

The specifics:

  • Progressing towards an Engineering Degree from a recognised tertiary institution.
  • Current Driver’s License.
  • Computer literacy Microsoft Office (extensive excel skills is a requirement).
  • Good communication skills.
  • Excellent data analyses skills.
  • Demonstrate ability to maintain or exceed best industry practice in all engineering tasks.
  • Awareness of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Act & Regulations.
  • Be able to pass a background check and post offer physical.

The Details:

Working a 28 days on, 14 days off rotating schedule of days and nights, up to 12 hours a day or more at a remote campsite. Extreme conditions, including but not limited to extreme and changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.

Employees are required to stay on site at the company provided camp during the work rotation. Camp facilities provide dining service, games room, exercise & weight room, sauna, and accommodation rooms. Dormitory rooms have a land line phone, great Wi-Fi & cable TV. Cell service is available through Wi-Fi. The Company provides a bus service to and from Fairbanks, Delta Junction and Tok, Alaska.

Why join us?

When you join our Company, you join the Northern Star Team. You will be engaged in a dynamic work environment where you will be valued as an integral part of the team, and where you can develop and grow with our business.

Northern Star actively supports and contributes to the local community in which we operate. We are a proud supporter of the Veterans’ Employment Commitment and recognise the advantage of a diversified workplace including diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and strive for workplace excellence.

Want to know more about Northern Star? Check out our website here: http://www.nsrltd.com/ or follow us on linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/company/northern-star-resources-limited/

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