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Mining Engineer Intern

3w

CRH

Saint George, US · Internship · $38,000 – $52,000

About this role

Western Rock Products, a CRH Company, seeks a Mining Engineer Intern eager to learn engineering and operational sides of the business. Work includes engineering tasks and hands-on collaboration with crews on drilling and crushing. Self-starters with a willingness to learn are ideal candidates.

Time will be split among diverse projects like geologic strata modeling, planning for exploration and mining, surveying, model reconciliation, crushing, and drilling. Duties involve both technical analysis and field operations. Expect a mix of office and site-based activities.

Work collaboratively in teams, independently, and with crews while willing to get dirty. Travel required 10-50% to sites. Perform in severe climate conditions on uneven terrain, with physical demands including lifting up to 100 lbs occasionally.

Gain industry experience and understanding of different business parts. Receive training for those with the right attitude, even at beginner level in tools like AutoCAD/Carlson. Develop skills across mining operations through real-world exposure.

Requirements

  • Driver’s License and reliable transportation
  • Completed introduction to engineering/geology course
  • Basic understanding of structural geology
  • Good attitude and willingness to learn
  • Able to work in severe climate conditions
  • Able to lift 50 lbs (up to 100 lbs occasionally)
  • Able to walk long distances on uneven terrain
  • Beginner knowledge of AutoCAD/Carlson, Microsoft Office, survey equipment

Responsibilities

  • Perform geologic strata modeling
  • Assist in planning for exploration and mining
  • Conduct surveying tasks
  • Complete model reconciliation
  • Support crushing operations
  • Aid drilling activities with crews
  • Work collaboratively in teams and independently
  • Travel 10-50% to project sites

Benefits

  • Industry experience
  • Understanding of different parts of the business
  • Training provided for right attitude
  • Hands-on development in mining operations