May 2027 Mining Engineering Co-op

Glencore; Area A (Upper Flathead/Elk Valley); Hybrid; CAD 54,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expense assistance

Co-op/Internship experience

Mentorship from specialists

Positioning for future roles

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources (EVR), part of the Glencore Group, offers a co-op opportunity in Elk Valley, British Columbia. You will work with engineering and operations teams on mine planning, safety, and data analysis to support daily and longer-term operations.

The role provides hands-on experience in a dynamic industrial environment, with mentorship from seasoned professionals and a salary aligned with cooperative education programs.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Mining/Mineral Resource Engineering.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent, with no learner's restrictions.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in health and safety programs and policies.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations for mine planning and scheduling.
• Support pit and dump design, autonomous fleets and production planning.
• Assist with drilling, blasting and surveying activities and provide technical services.
• Monitor operating areas and perform geotechnical evaluations of plans.
• Assist with compliance tracking of mine permits and reporting.
• Perform economic evaluations and contribute to capital expenditure documentation.
• Propose innovative ideas and technologies to improve operations.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mining/Mineral Resource Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

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-starters 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: $4,867 - $6,167 CAD/month

Salary is commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co-op experiences completed.

Application Deadline: January 30, 2027

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.