Mining Engineer Intern

Heidelberg Materials; Chico (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Heidelberg Materials in Chico, Texas, is offering a paid internship for juniors and seniors studying Mining Engineering or Geology. The role blends office and field work, giving hands-on exposure to quarry operations and plant processes.

You will support production goals, work with engineers and managers, complete technical projects, and learn the functions of production, maintenance, and quality teams, while adhering to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Current juniors and seniors pursuing a degree in Mining Engineering or Geology.
• Demonstrates high work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support project work in the field and at the plant.
• Assist operations to help achieve production goals with engineers and managers.
• Complete technical projects to understand quarry or aggregate site operations.
• Learn the missions of production, maintenance, and quality departments.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Project management

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Mining Engineering or Geology (junior/senior)

Job description

Line of Business: AggregatesAbout Us:Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.What You'll Be Doing:Put your education into action in the field to support and participate in assigned project work.Support the plant operations in achieving production goals while partnering with experienced engineers, managers, and production employees in different departments.Complete technical projects to gain an understanding of the operations of a quarry or aggregate site.Learn the mission of the production, maintenance, and quality departments and different job and functions.Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.What Are We Looking For:Current juniors and seniors working toward a degree in Mining Engineering or Geology.Commitment and engagement through a high level of work ethic and utilization of abilities for the best of the company.Demonstrated openness to change, flexibility, and adaptability.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Work Environment:Combination of office and field work.Exposure to various weather conditions.Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.Physical requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, and perform manual labor tasks as needed.What We Offer:$23.00/hrDEI Engagement and Employee Resource Group ActivitiesIntern eventsEqual Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled#Intern