Engineering Co-Op Student (Mining, Civil, Geotechnical)

Dyno Nobel; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Dyno Nobel is seeking an Engineering Co-Op Intern for a 9-12 month internship in Toronto. The role involves ensuring quality blasting services, supporting project management, and learning from industry experts. Ideal candidates are current students in engineering programs with a passion for problem-solving and teamwork.

Benefits

Hands-on working experience

Assigned mentor for guidance

Opportunity to build professional network

Qualifications

• Current student enrolled in a Mining, Civil or Geo-technical Engineering program.
• Bilingual in English and French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, reliable and quality technical blasting service.
• Assist with conducting pre-blast surveys and blast performance measurements.
• Develop end of term value-added case study.

Skills

Project Management

Teamwork

Problem-Solving

Education

Mining, Civil or Geo-technical Engineering

Job description

*This position is expected to last 9 - 12 months*

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As the Engineering Co-Op Intern,you will ensure safe, reliable and quality technical blasting service through the effective design and appropriate use of explosives. You will use advanced blasting instrumentation and software to deliver cost saving solutions to customers, while supporting Dyno Nobel’s vision of leading the industry with customer partnerships. Other duties will include:

• Manage individual project related expenses (materials & travel).
• Contribute to achieving team revenue goals as defined by DynoConsult P&L.
• Assist with conducting pre-blast surveys e.g. face profiles, borehole deviation measurements, blast geometry measurements, product sampling, safety audits, etc.
• Assist with blast performance measurements, e.g. digital high-speed video, vibration monitoring, vibration modelling, velocity of detonation, dynamic pressure, SHA, etc.
• Learn to conduct post blast assessments, etc. fragmentation measurement, time studies, volumetric measurements, blast reporting & documentation.
• Conduct time studies on personnel and equipment throughout an operation including: drill and blast operations, truck-shovel loading, dragline, dozer assist, crushing process, etc.
• Support product management in key product application and technology initiatives including support to business objectives.

What We’re Looking For:

• Current student enrolled in a Mining, Civil or Geo-technical Engineering program
• Must be able to travel up to 50% to different Dyno Nobel and customer locations
• Will be required to develop an end of term value added case study as a research project
• Bilingual in English and French is preferred, but not required.
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player.

Why Intern with Dyno Nobel?

• Safety- Zero Harm is our number one priority
• #1 Supplier of industrial explosives in North America
• Cutting edge Technology
• 180+ Years of Practical Innovation
• Committed to diversity and inclusion
• Tough challenges that allow you to put your problem-solving skills in action

About your internship

• Gain hands on working experience to demonstrate your educational skills and gain industry knowledge.
• Develop skills that will allow you to excel in your educational program
• Getpracticalexperience in a professionalenvironment.
• Ability to collaborate andgenerate new ideas within the team
• Provide mining and engineering knowledge in order to define your skill set
• Develop further skills to help youconfidentlyreach your education and/orprofessional goals.
• Work alongside and learnfrom a diverse group ofleaders
• Create relationshipsto start building your professional network.
• Assigned a dedicated mentor to provide you with valuable coaching and feedback to ensure you are reaching yourgoals

• Provided witha dedicated internship coordinator to ensureongoingsupport

Women, veterans, members of First Nations, indigenous people, and Métis are strongly encouraged to apply. Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.