Mining Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)
About the role
As we continue to look for more sustainable ways to build, we need world-class talent to join our team. We are seeking a Mining Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 who is passionate about sustainability, driven by curiosity and keen to grow, learn, develop and thrive in our high-performance culture. This opportunity will be a 10-week, paid internship beginning June 1, 2027. This internship will be based at our site in Morrison, CO.
Responsibilities
- Hands-on Learning: Dive into the operational procedures, production/maintenance activities, and product knowledge at our Aggregate sites. You'll be actively involved in understanding and optimizing mechanical, maintenance, and production processes.
- Data-Driven Insights: Collect and analyze data, identify process correlations, and contribute to the development of strategies for ongoing projects.
- Operational Exposure: Gain hands-on experience with daily mine operations, including drilling, blasting, loading, and hauling activities.
- Equipment Monitoring: Work alongside operators to learn about the maintenance and operation of heavy mining equipment, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments such as geology, engineering, and safety to understand the full spectrum of operations.
- Safety Protocols: Assist in the implementation and monitoring of safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Skill Application: Utilize a range of skills and knowledge in day-to-day operations, working collaboratively to achieve team and company goals.
- Executive Presentation: At the end of your internship, you'll present your learnings and contributions to our executive leadership team.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Mine Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology or similar fields.
- Strong academic performance with a solid understanding of engineering principles.
- Geographic flexibility to work at various sites.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- High energy and a proactive approach to tackling new challenges.
- A team player who can collaborate across different levels of the organization.
- Willingness to spend significant time in the field, gaining hands-on experience and firsthand knowledge of our business operations.
Benefits
- Industry Experience: Gain practical experience within the building materials industry.
- Professional Development: Benefit from mentorship and professional development training throughout the summer.
- Dynamic Culture: Be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, and recognition.
- Career Path: Explore potential opportunities for full-time employment after graduation with a fast-growing and successful company.
Schedule
Work Schedule: This is an onsite role with a mandatory 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, working an 8-hour shift each day.
Work Environment: You’ll be working in various aggregate environments (i.e. quarry, sand/gravel site, surface mine, construction site), where you’ll encounter moving mechanical equipment, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, and more.
Transportation: Interns are responsible for their own transportation to and from their worksites.
Travel: Throughout the internship, you may need to travel to other sites for tours, shadowing experiences, or intern events.