Mining Engineering Intern

3w3 weeks ago

Mariana Minerals

Houston, US · Internship · $45,000 – $65,000

About this role

Mariana Minerals is a software-first, vertically integrated minerals company on a mission to supply the critical minerals powering modern energy, AI, and defense technologies. We’re reimagining the minerals supply chain by combining deep industry expertise with advanced software, automation, and data-driven decision-making. We are hiring a Mining Engineering Intern to work on real, high-impact problems within the Process & Plant Engineering team.

You will contribute directly to our CopperOne project, working closely with engineers and domain experts. This role provides hands-on experience building and shipping solutions, not just supporting tasks. Expect to engage with mine planning workflows and technical data handling daily.

Join a mission-driven team reshaping the way critical minerals are sourced and supplied globally. Our culture is built on Extreme Ownership, Engineer Out Requirements then Automate, and Share Your Legos principles. We emphasize collaboration, smart automation, and ownership in an inclusive environment.

You’ll have the autonomy to make big decisions, the tools to innovate, and opportunities to drive solutions. Contribute to the future of responsible mineral sourcing and supply. Mariana is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Mining Engineering, with coursework in mine design, geostatistics, or resource estimation
Familiarity with mine planning software (e.g., Leapfrog, Vulcan, Datamine, or similar) is preferred
Basic programming skills in Python or similar language; interest in applying automation to engineering workflows
Strong organizational skills and comfort working with large technical datasets
Interest in critical minerals, lithium, or early-stage project development is a strong asset

Responsibilities

Support development and execution of mine planning workflows including pit optimization, production scheduling, and resource classification
Assist with building and documenting standardized engineering workflows to improve consistency and efficiency across the mine planning team
Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks using scripting tools (e.g., Python, VBA, or mine planning software APIs) and support implementation
Compile and QA/QC technical inputs including topographic data, drill hole databases, and resource block models
Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and study deliverables in support of NI 43-101 or SK-1300 reporting requirements

Benefits

Autonomy to make big decisions
Tools to innovate
Culture that values ownership, smart automation, and collaboration
Mission-driven team reshaping critical minerals supply chain
Principles of Extreme Ownership, Engineer Out Requirements then Automate, and Share Your Legos