Mining Engineer Intern

Heidelberg Materials; McCook (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

HSA/HRA/FSA

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America offers an internship in the mining and construction materials sector based in the McCook, IL area. You will gain hands-on field experience supporting aggregate mining operations and assist with safety and environmental compliance initiatives.

Selected interns will collect and analyze operational data, report findings, and collaborate with plant leadership on cross-functional projects to improve efficiency, quality and performance in a fast-paced site

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree 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.
• Ability to adapt, learn quickly, and perform effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.

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

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

Currently pursuing degree in mining/geology/engineering

Job description

Line of Business: OtherAbout UsHeidelberg 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 DoingSupport 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 ForDemonstrated 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 EnvironmentWork 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 OfferCompetitive base salary401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributionsHighly competitive benefits programs, including:Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug BenefitsHealth 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 InsurancePaid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid HolidaysEqual Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.#Intern