Mine Engineering Co-op Student

Burgundy Diamond; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diamond company is looking for a Mine Engineering Co-op student to join their Mine Technical Services team at the Ekati Diamond Mine. This position runs from May 2026 to August 2027 and involves a two-week on/two-week off rotation. Responsibilities include providing drill and blast designs, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and engaging in various underground mining engineering functions. The ideal candidate is a 2nd or 3rd-year student in engineering, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

Comfortable accommodations

Meals provided

Access to a gym

Recreation facilities

Qualifications

• Proficiency with mining-related software is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Previous experience through an internship is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of yourself and co-workers.
• Provide operational instructions for underground mining activities.
• Engage with teams to improve safe ore production.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork skills

Education

2nd or 3rd year in Mining, Mineral, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Ventsim

Pumpsim

AutoCAD

Vulcan

Deswik

Job description

About Burgundy Diamond Mines

Burgundy Diamond Mines is a premier global diamond company that proudly produces and delivers ethically sourced diamonds from mine to market. Tracing diamonds end-to-end from its world-renowned Ekati Diamond Mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories, right through to retail diamond sales, creates unquestionable diamond origin and traceability.

Founded in Perth, Western Australia, Burgundy is part of CanadaMark™, a program that assures manufacturers, retailers and customers, that Burgundy Diamonds are sustainably produced and support ethical investment in Canadian Northern Indigenous communities.

Burgundy has an office in Calgary, Canada.

Position Overview

Join the dynamic Mine Technical Services (MTS) team as a Mine Engineering Co-op student and gain hands‑on experience in one of Canada’s most unique mining environments. Working on a two‑week on / two‑week off FIFO rotation at the Ekati Diamond Mine, you will report directly to the Senior Engineer, Mine Technical Services. This is a 16‑month term position running from May 2026 to August 2027.

As a valued member of the MTS team, you will be exposed to a broad range of underground mining engineering functions, giving you an exceptional opportunity to build practical skills early in your career. Ekati provides opportunities to rotate through various technical areas, supporting or taking a lead role in Drill and Blast, Mine Planning, Ventilation and Pumping Design, and gaining exposure to equipment operation.

This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a challenging, supportive, and growth‑focused environment and develop into a well‑rounded mine engineering professional.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Protect the safety and well‑being of yourself and your co‑workers;

• Participate in and occasionally lead department safety and toolbox meetings;

• Follow all company safety protocols, policies, and procedures related to Occupational Health & Safety, Environment, and Communities;

• Provide drill & blast designs, prints, mine plans, and operational instructions for underground mining activities;

• Maintain and continuously improve scheduling and drill and blast processes, procedures, and tools;

• Regularly inspect underground operations to ensure plan compliance and identify improvement opportunities;

• Resolve field issues in a timely manner;

• Engage with the Mine Technical Services and Operations teams to continuously improve safe ore production while minimizing cost;

• Track, analyze, and report on relevant data sets to support planning inputs and compliance;

• Attend daily operations meetings.

Education/Experience

• 2nd or 3rd year student in Mining, Mineral, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering from an accredited university. Civil Engineering students with a focus on rock or soil mechanics will also be considered;

• Proficiency with relevant software programs (MS Office Suite, Ventsim, Pumpsim, AutoCAD, Vulcan, Deswik, etc.);

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills;

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills (English);

• Strong leadership, planning, time management, decision‑making, and organizational skills;

• Knowledge of general mining safety requirements and procedures;

• Solid understanding of engineering principles;

• Ability to work comfortably in surface and underground environments, including heights and confined spaces;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve strong efficiency and productivity;

• Strong safety values;

• Class 5 driver’s license required;

• Previous work experience obtained through an internship, co‑op, or summer role is considered an asset.

What We Offer

At Burgundy Diamond Mines, we believe people are our most important asset. We are committed to the health, safety, and well‑being of our employees, and we prioritize strong, respectful relationships with the people and communities with whom we work.

We are dedicated to developing our workforce and creating an environment where people can learn, grow, and take on new responsibilities. We support continuous development through leadership training, apprenticeship opportunities, and adult education initiatives.

On site, we provide comfortable accommodations and meals, along with access to a fully equipped gym and recreation facilities.

Additional Information

The Company provides travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants from our Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups. Members should clearly identify their IBA status on the online application and resume to receive priority consideration.