Mining Engineering Intern
AngloGold Ashanti · Las Vegas, NV · 6 days ago
Engineering$27/hrVolunteer
About The Role
The Mining Engineering Intern will partner closely with the Mine Planning and Operations teams to support engineering projects for our Nevada Projects portfolio. This is a project-based internship. Rather than generalized administrative tasks, you will be assigned a core technical project to own from start to finish. This role offers hands-on experience, culminating in an end-of-program presentation to technical leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of a dedicated 12-week project, managing timelines, and delivering a final technical report and presentation.
- Learn to review and develop mine engineering deliverables, including short-range or long-range mine plans, scheduling, and drill & blast designs.
- Assist the team in technical trade-off studies, haulage optimizations, or equipment sizing evaluations to support operational efficiency.
- Support the design, execution, and data analysis of mine production tracking and continuous improvement programs alongside the engineering team.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Currently enrolled as a rising senior in an Undergraduate program or final-year Master's or PhD student pursuing a degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
- Foundational understanding of open-pit or underground mining methods, mine planning principles, and earthmoving equipment operations.
- Familiarity with or strong interest in mine planning software platforms (e.g., Vulcan, Deswik, Hexagon) is a plus.
- Strong technical writing, reporting, and presentation skills.
- Ability to analyze datasets, draw logical conclusions, and present findings clearly.
- A collaborative mindset with an eagerness to learn and proactively ask questions.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Valid driver's license required; willingness to travel to project sites if necessary.
Fall Recruitment Timeline & Hiring Milestones
- September 15 – October 30, 2026 (Application Review): Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early submission is highly encouraged. Successful applicants will move to a virtual interview with the internship program manager.
- October 12 – November 6, 2026 (Final Rounds): Finalists are invited to a virtual hiring manager interview.
- November 16 – 20, 2026 (Offers Extended): Final hiring decisions and official offer letters will be extended before the winter university break.
Compensation
- Las Vegas, Nevada: Market Related
- Denver, Colorado: $27/hour for Undergraduate interns; $35/hour for Graduate interns.
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