Mine Engineer Summer 2027 Internship

About the role

SSR Mining's Summer Internship Program is designed for highly motivated students currently enrolled in a full-time, accredited, four-year college or university in North America. Interns gain hands-on experience in their field of study while working alongside industry professionals. The Mine Engineer Intern will support the Technical Services team at the Cripple Creek & Victor Mine, contributing to various technical projects and gaining exposure to real-world mine engineering in an open-pit gold mining environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and contribute to small-to-medium-sized engineering projects aligned with department goals.
• Perform technical research and analysis; compile findings and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Prepare, summarize, and present performance metrics and technical reports as required.
• Support day-to-day activities of the Technical Services department and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mine Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program, with an expected graduation date of December 2026 or later.
• Understanding of basic engineering principles and practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong commitment to safety and customer service.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have valid work authorization to work in the United States for the duration of the internship.

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to open-pit, hard rock mining operations.
• Familiarity with Hexagon MineSight and AutoCAD.
• Exposure to Dispatch Fleet Management Systems.
• Solid organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience at an active gold mining operation.
• Opportunities to work with experienced professionals and grow your technical skill set.
• Exposure to real projects that directly support business goals.
• Networking opportunities within a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Pay

$32.71/hr.