Mining Engineer Intern

SOUTH32 Limited; Town of Patagonia (AZ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Intern in Technical Services, where you will support engineering tasks and develop your skills in a hybrid role. This exciting internship at the Hermosa project offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical mineral production while gaining hands-on experience in Mine Engineering. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team, engage in project research, and assist with design calculations, all while upholding safety and ethical standards. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and eager to learn in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in a Mining Engineering program with graduation in August 2025 or later.
• Strong desire to advance skills related to Mine Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Assist with project research and preliminary design calculations.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Technical Writing

Self-motivation

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mining Engineering

Graduate degree in Mining Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Intern Technical Services (Mining Engineer)

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

Discover a Brighter Future

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT Hermosa

Hermosa, located approximately 75 miles south-east of Tucson, Arizona, is the only advanced mining project in the United States as of 2023 that could produce two federally designated critical minerals—manganese and zinc—as well as silver and lead. The project has the potential to help power the nation’s clean energy future, strengthen the domestic supply chain of critical minerals, grow the local economy, and improve lives in Santa Cruz County and the surrounding community for generations to come.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is a (Permanent) Hybrid position from (Hermosa Site near Patagonia, Az)

As the (Intern Technical Services), you will be responsible for supporting the Technical Services team during the 2025 summer season.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social and ethical skills.
• Provide support for trade off studies, such as conveyor to crusher and fleet.
• Exposure to Logistics simulation, first principal cost build up verification and core rig support.
• Assist with project research, field work and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible decision-making regarding conduct and adhere to South32 policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Please note, there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

About You

Experience and Capabilities:

• Ability to uphold workplace safety and ability to abide by South32’s policies and procedures.
• Actively enrolled in Undergraduate or Graduate degree program with anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
• Actively enrolled in an accredited Mining Engineering or related Graduate or Undergraduate program.
• Demonstrated interest in Mine Engineering or related field and a strong desire to advance skills related to South32 and the Hermosa project.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas professionally.
• Self-motivated and eager learner with aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to take direction from leadership, mentors, and managers.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, Microsoft suite, etc.
• Authorization to work in the United States.