Mining Engineer Intern

Heidelberg Materials; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

HSA/HRA/FSA

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

401(k) matching

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials in McCook, IL offers a Mining Engineer Intern role that blends field exposure with hands-on projects in aggregate mining. You will support daily operations, assist with safety and environmental initiatives, and collect data to drive improvements on production and maintenance tasks.

This internship values curiosity and teamwork, requiring interest in mining or related fields, strong analytical and communication skills, and a commitment to safety in a fast-paced site

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in mining, geology, engineering, construction materials, or related fields.
• Ability to analyze information, identify solutions, and support operational decision-making.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support daily aggregate mining and production operations through hands-on field experience.
• Assist with safety, environmental, and operational compliance initiatives.
• Collect, analyze, and report operational data to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional teams on production and maintenance projects.
• Participate in problem-solving activities that improve operational efficiency, quality, and performance.

Skills

Mining interest

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

## Mining Engineer InternBewerben: Mccook, IL: Vollzeit: Heute ausgeschrieben: JR10018751Line of Business: Other**About 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*** Support daily aggregate mining and production operations through hands-on field experience.* Assist with safety, environmental, and operational compliance initiatives.* Collect, analyze, and report operational data to support continuous improvement efforts.* Collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional teams on production and maintenance projects.* Participate in problem-solving activities that improve operational efficiency, quality, and performance.**What Are We Looking For*** Demonstrated interest in mining, geology, engineering, construction materials, or related fields.* Ability to analyze information, identify solutions, and support operational decision-making.* Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work across diverse groups.* Commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.* Ability to adapt, learn quickly, and perform effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.**Work Environment*** Work is performed in both office and outdoor aggregate mining environments.* Regular exposure to varying weather conditions, moving equipment, and active production areas.* Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in designated work areas.* Moderate walking, standing, climbing, and lifting may be required throughout the internship.* Travel between operational areas within the site may be necessary.**What We Offer*** Competitive base salary* 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions* Highly competitive benefits programs, including: + Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits + Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) + AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance + Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid HolidaysEqual Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.