Quarry Mining Engineer Intern - Field Experience + Housing

Heidelberg Materials North America; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Furnished Housing

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a motivated Quarry Mining Engineering Intern to join our Kentucky team. The internship provides hands-on exposure to aggregate mining operations, supporting quarry planning, mine design, and production analysis in a dynamic production environment.

The role combines fieldwork and office assignments, with PPE provided and frequent collaboration with operations, maintenance, quality control, and leadership teams to drive safety and efficiency

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree in Mining, Geological, Civil Engineering or related field.
• Interest in mining, aggregates, heavy industrial operations.
• Ability to analyze data, solve problems, and make sound recommendations.
• Strong verbal and written communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist with quarry planning, mine design, and production analysis activities.
• Support operational improvement projects focused on safety, efficiency, and productivity.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret production, equipment, and operational performance data.
• Participate in field inspections and collaborate with quarry personnel to identify process optimization opportunities.
• Contribute to environmental, regulatory, and safety compliance initiatives across site operations.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Safety mindset

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Pursuing B.S. in Mining Engineering

Geological/Civil Engineering related

Job description

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a motivated Quarry Mining Engineering Intern to join our Kentucky team. The internship provides hands-on exposure to aggregate mining operations, supporting quarry planning, mine design, and production analysis in a dynamic production environment.

The role combines fieldwork and office assignments, with PPE provided and frequent collaboration with operations, maintenance, quality control, and leadership teams to drive safety and efficiency