January 2027 Mining Engineering Co-op

Glencore; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 20,088 - 26,784; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel cost assistance for co‑op

Hands-on mining experience

Mentorship by specialists

Stronger graduation hiring prospects

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources in British Columbia seeks an undergraduate student in Mining/Mineral Resource Engineering for a co‑op/internship starting January 2027. The role spans 8 or 12 months, offering hands‑on exposure to mine planning, drilling, blasting, surveying and economic evaluations.

You will support daily to monthly mine plans, safety programs and collaboration with engineering and operations in a dynamic field environment. Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship are included.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Mining/Mineral Resource Engineering.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License without learner restrictions.
• Able to operate vehicles in varied weather and terrain.
• Motivated self-starters with ability to manage several projects.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic industrial environment with diverse personnel.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).

Responsibilities

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations for daily/weekly/monthly mine plans.
• Work on mine planning/design, including pit/dump design and fleets.
• Contribute to drilling, blasting and surveying activities and provide technical services.
• Monitor and analyze operating areas; assist geotechnical evaluations.
• Assist with development, tracking and reporting of mine permit compliance.
• Perform economic evaluations and productivity analyses; assist with capex docs.
• Create and evaluate innovative ideas to improve business processes.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mining/Mineral Resource Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

Job description

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

Start Date: January 2027

Duration: 8 or 12 Months

What we offer

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys. EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development. We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions. We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs. Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid‑back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Come experience what work life balance is all about!

In this role, you will

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Collaborate with engineering and operations for the development of daily, weekly and monthly mine operations plans
• Work in wide ranges of mine planning and design, including pit and dump design, traditionally operated and autonomous fleets, production scheduling, and optimization
• Contribute to drilling, blasting and surveying activities and provide technical services to mine production and other mine site departments
• Monitor and perform analyses of operating areas, work with geotechnical evaluations of mine plans and operating procedures
• Assist with the development, tracking, and reporting of compliance of mine permits
• Perform economic evaluations, productivity analyses, and assist with capital expenditure documentation
• Create and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business

Requirements

• Working towards an Undergraduate degree in Mining/Mineral Resource Engineering
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License or extra‑provincial equivalent, without learner's restrictions
• Able to operate vehicles at our operations, in various weather conditions and terrain
• Motivated self‑stators with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a dynamic industrial work environment with a range of engineering, technical and operational personnel
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a capability to communicate complex ideas to all levels
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

Benefits

• Receive financial assistance for travel expenses and co‑op fees
• Acquire hands‑on experience applying academic knowledge to real‑world mining operations, fostering the development of technical skills
• Benefit from mentorship and guidance offered by seasoned specialists in their respective fields
• Gain a competitive edge, securing primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation

Salary: commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co‑op experiences completed.

Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high‑quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.