Metallurgy Intern

Coeur Mining, Inc.; Lead (SD); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

Coeur Mining, Inc. invites applications for the 2026 Intern position at our Wharf, SD operation. The Intern will gain hands-on experience across mining operations and work on real projects that contribute to safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

As part of a collaborative team, you will develop a group presentation addressing a company area of improvement and share your insights during an expenses-paid Chicago trip with leaders from across the company.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field.
• Follow all safety procedures to ensure safe production.
• Able to lift 50 lbs occasionally.
• Able to walk on slopes and uneven ground.
• Strong academic performance in relevant coursework.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across mining operations.
• Collaborate on a group presentation highlighting a company area of improvement.
• Travel to Chicago for an expenses-paid intern trip to present projects and meet company leaders.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

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Temporary Professional Lead, SD, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2271

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. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment,

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.