Geology Intern

Coeur-Mining,-Inc; Lead (SD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trip to Chicago (expenses paid)

Hands-on mining exposure

Job summary

Coeur Mining, Inc. is offering the 2026 Intern position at the Lead, SD site. The role provides hands-on exposure to mining operations and collaboration on real projects that add value to the company. Interns will work as a team to develop a presentation on an area for improvement and present it to company leaders.

The summer internship culminates in an expenses-paid trip to Chicago where interns meet leaders and network with peers across the company.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Adheres to safety procedures to ensure safe production.
• Willing to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs occasionally.
• Able to walk up and down slopes and uneven ground daily.
• Strong academic performance in relevant coursework.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with peers to develop a group presentation highlighting a company area for improvement.
• Participate in hands-on mining projects to gain practical experience.
• Travel to Chicago for an expenses-paid internship trip and events.
• Contribute to real projects that meaningfully impact mining operations.

Skills

Safety procedures

Outdoor work readiness

Lifting capability

Mobility on slopes

Academic excellence

Problem solving

Teamwork and communication

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in a related field

Job description

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Temporary Professional Lead, SD, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2269

We Pursue a Higher Standard

We are a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious metals producer with seven wholly-owned operations: the New Afton gold-copper mine in British Columbia, Canada, the Rainy River gold-silver mine in Ontario, Canada, the Las Chispas silver-gold mine in Sonora, Mexico, the Palmarejo gold-silver mine in Chihuahua, Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip polymetallic critical minerals exploration project in British Columbia, Canada.

Coeur Wharf is an open-pit, heap-leach gold operation and the only gold mine operating in South Dakota. Located in the northern Black Hills, Wharf is the only known operating mine that shares a hillside with a ski resort, Terry Peak.

Coeur Wharf has been part of the local community since 1983, actively volunteering and supporting the arts, educational programs, beautification events and children’s and wellness programs.

Approximately 260 miners, geologists, engineers, environmentalists, operators and various business leaders are employed at the mine and call South Dakota home. Coeur Wharf prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development, and growth.

About the Job:

The 2026Intern will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and contribute to the development of cutting-edge mining projects. You will be exposed to various aspects of mining operations. This internship will provide you with a well-rounded understanding of the mining sector and the opportunity to work on real projects that make a difference.

Each intern will be creatively and technically working together to create a group presentation, highlighting a company area of improvement. The summer internship experience truly culminates with all interns traveling for an expenses paid trip to Chicago! This includes each group presenting their project, meeting and learning from key company leaders, as well as networking with their fellow bright early careers participants across the company.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or master’s degree in required field
• Follow all procedures and safety measures to assure safe production
• Work in all conditions and environments, varying amount of time on the job is outdoors
• Able to lift 50 lbs. on an occasional basis
• Able to walk up and down slopes and uneven ground daily
• Strong academic performance in relevant coursework
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.