Civil Engineering Summer Internship: Global Mining Projects

Knight Piesold USA; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) / Roth 401(k) / Employer match

Flexible work schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

Knight Piésold invites you to join our Summer 2027 Internship program in Denver, CO. You will support mining, environmental, and water resources projects under senior engineers, gaining real-world experience across North America.

As a current student in Civil or Mining Engineering, you will develop technical skills, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to design, fieldwork, and reporting activities in a global consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Civil or Mining Engineering or related field.
• Strong interest in developing engineering and technical skills in a consulting environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design major earthwork projects such as tailings dams, heap leach facilities and ancillary works.
• Prepare civil layouts using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Produce design reports and assist with proposals.
• Participate in field investigations and QA/QC activities.
• Contribute to geotechnical analyses and engineering evaluations.
• Support permitting, reclamation and closure activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Civil/Mining Eng degree (B.S./M.S./Ph.D.)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Knight Piésold invites you to join our Summer 2027 Internship program in Denver, CO. You will support mining, environmental, and water resources projects under senior engineers, gaining real-world experience across North America.

As a current student in Civil or Mining Engineering, you will develop technical skills, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to design, fieldwork, and reporting activities in a global consulting environment.