Geotechnical Engineering Intern

AngloGold Ashanti; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer 4

Vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellbeing reimbursement program

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Intern to work with our Nevada Projects teams in Las Vegas or Denver. The internship runs for 12 weeks and centers on a core technical project you own from start to finish, including a final presentation to technical leadership.

You will review geotechnical deliverables, assist in design trade‑offs, and participate in data analysis and field-related investigation activities, gaining hands-on experience in rock/soil mechanics within open-pit

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a rising senior in an undergraduate program or final-year master's or PhD in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Foundational understanding of rock mechanics, soil mechanics, hydrology, and engineering geology principles.
• Familiarity with open-pit operations and geotechnical software (Rocscience, Unwedge) or mine planning tools is a plus.
• Strong technical writing, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Ability to analyze datasets, draw logical conclusions, and present findings clearly.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn and ask questions.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; valid driver's license; willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a dedicated 12-week project, managing timelines, and delivering a final technical report and presentation.
• Review geotechnical engineering deliverables and design criteria for open-pit slopes, waste dumps, and related infrastructure.
• Assist in technical trade‑off studies to support geotechnical design and mine planning solutions.
• Support design, execution, and data analysis of geotechnical investigation and testwork programs with the engineering team.

Skills

Rock mechanics

Soil mechanics

Hydrology

Engineering geology

Technical writing

Reporting

Presentation skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Open-pit operations

Rocscience

Unwedge

Education

Engineering Geology

Geotechnical Engineering

Related discipline

Tools

Rocscience

Unwedge

Job description

About The Role

The Geotechnical Engineering Intern will partner closely with the Geotechnical and Mine Planning teams to support engineering projects for our Nevada Projects portfolio.

This is a project-based internship. Rather than generalized administrative tasks, you will be assigned a core technical project to own from start to finish. This role offers hands‑on experience, culminating in an end‑of‑program presentation to technical leadership.

Location

Las Vegas, NV or Denver, CO

Duration

12 weeks

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a dedicated 12-week project, managing timelines, and delivering a final technical report and presentation.
• Learn to review geotechnical engineering deliverables and design criteria, including parameters for open-pit slopes, waste dumps, and related infrastructure.
• Assist the team in technical trade‑off studies to support geotechnical design and mine planning solutions.
• Support the design, execution, and data analysis of geotechnical investigation and testwork programs alongside the engineering team.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a rising senior in an Undergraduate program or final-year Master's or PhD student pursuing a degree in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Foundational understanding of rock mechanics, soil mechanics, hydrology, and engineering geology principles.
• Familiarity with or strong interest in open-pit operations and geotechnical software (e.g., Rocscience, Unwedge) or mine planning tools is a plus.
• Strong technical writing, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Ability to analyze datasets, draw logical conclusions, and present findings clearly.
• A collaborative mindset with an eagerness to learn and proactively ask questions.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid driver's license required; willingness to travel to project sites if necessary.

Fall Recruitment Timeline & Hiring Milestones

September 15 – October 30, 2026 (Application Review): Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early submission is highly encouraged.

Successful applicants will move to a virtual interview with the internship program manager.

October 12 – November 6, 2026 (Final Rounds): Finalists are invited to a virtual hiring manager interview.

November 16 – 20, 2026 (Offers Extended): Final hiring decisions and official offer letters will be extended before the winter university break.

Compensation

Las Vegas, Nevada: Market Related

Denver, Colorado: $27/hour for Undergraduate interns; $35/hour for Graduate interns.

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

www.anglogoldashanti.com

Benefits

• company paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums
• flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays
• Other ancillary benefits include employer paid basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, wellbeing reimbursement program, tuition reimbursement and a host of other benefits
• AGANA recognizes the need for work life balance and offers a flexible/hybrid work schedule to employees
• Eligible employees will participate in the annual short-term and long-term incentive plans

All benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and conditions and may be modified or terminated at AGANA's sole discretion.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

AngloGold Ashanti North America Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.