Technical Services Intern

Energy Fuels; Utah; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary housing near mine site

Job summary

Energy Fuels Inc. is seeking a Technical Services Intern to support underground and surface mining operations across a range of geology and mine engineering tasks.

This paid internship offers hands-on experience in core logging, sampling, mapping, and data interpretation at our La Sal site in Utah. Ideal candidates are students in geology or mining engineering, or recent graduates, who want to apply academic knowledge in a real-world mining environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong academic background in geology, mine design, ventilation, rock mechanics, or mineral economics.
• Solid understanding of geological principles and their application in mining contexts.
• Basic understanding of underground mining methods and safety principles.
• Familiarity with geological mapping techniques and interpretation of geological data.
• Exposure to resource estimation, geological modeling, and technical reporting.
• Awareness of geotechnical considerations related to surface and underground mining.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to changing operational priorities.
• Willingness to work in a remote field setting and adhere to site safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Participate in core logging, core sampling, and other sample collection activities.
• Participate in drill program planning and execution as needed.
• Assist in data interpretation and analysis to support mining and exploration decisions.
• Support underground geological mapping efforts.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly mine planning activities.
• Update mine layouts and stope designs using CAD or 3D modeling software.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to work in remote field

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology/Geological/Mining Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Deswik

Leapfrog

Surpac

Vulcan

Job description

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Technical Services Intern

Administration Intern Intern La Sal, UT, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1037

Salary Range: $25.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Energy Fuels Inc. is a Denver-based global critical mineral company poised to supply 10 of the 50 minerals essential for current and emerging technologies. Building on more than 45 years of uranium experience, we leverage specialized expertise and facilities to bring key elements to the global supply chain. Energy Fuels is the largest U.S. uranium provider, supplying nuclear energy utilities with material for the zero-emissions nuclear fuel cycle and operating White Mesa Mill, the nation’s only conventional uranium mill. We also produce rare earth oxides for permanent magnets used in electric mobility, wind energy, drones, robotics, and defense applications. A global portfolio of heavy mineral sands assets further supports rare earth processing and the development of products such as titanium and zircon minerals.

Position Summary

The Technical Services Intern will support underground and surface mining operations in Arizona (or other sites as needed) across either mine geology and mine engineering. Work can include core logging and sampling, geological mapping, surveying, mine planning, production tracking, ventilation, ground control, and data interpretation.

The intern will work closely with mine technical team, underground miners, maintenance, and safety personnel to support daily operations and ongoing projects, with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. This position is ideal for a student in geology, geological engineering, mining engineering, or a related field who is looking to apply academic knowledge in a real-world mining environment.

This is a paid internship with a wage range of $25 to $35 per hour depending on education and experience.

The schedule is negotiable based on one of the following options: 7x7, 4x3, 5x2, or 14x14. Temporary housing near the mine site will be provided for the duration of the internship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in core logging, core sampling, and other sample collection activities.
• Participate in drill program planning and execution as needed.
• Assist in data interpretation and analysis to support mining and exploration decisions.

Geology & Sampling

• Participate in core logging, core sampling, and other sample collection activities.
• Support underground geological mapping efforts.
• Participate in drill program planning and execution as needed.
• Assist in data interpretation and analysis to support mining and exploration decisions.

Mine Planning & Design

• Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly mine planning activities.
• Update mine layouts and stope designs using CAD or 3D modeling software.
• Support drill and blast design, ventilation planning, and ground support layouts.
• Participate in cost tracking and productivity analysis to improve mining efficiency.

Surveying & Mapping

• Conduct underground and surface surveys under the guidance of engineering and geology staff.
• Update “as-built” maps and ensure accurate data is imported into mine planning software.
• Install and maintain survey control points, lasers, and reference markers for development headings.

Production Support

• Monitor ore production and assist in tracking tons mined, grades, and dilution.
• Work with the operations team to optimize mining sequences.
• Assist with ventilation measurements, ground control inspections, and equipment logistics.

Data Management & Analysis

• Help maintain and update geological databases and operational records.
• Collect and organize production, survey, geological, and ventilation data for technical reports.
• Prepare drawings, reports, and presentations summarizing project findings and results.
• Complete an intern project.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company and site safety policies, protocols, and procedures and promote a culture of safety.
• Participate in safety meetings and assist with environmental and compliance documentation.
• Observe and report potential safety or environmental concerns to supervision.

Collaboration & Learning

• Work alongside geologists, engineers, and operations personnel on daily operational tasks to gain practical mine experience.
• Take initiative in learning mine systems, procedures, and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the successful and safe operation of the mine.

Minimum Qualifications and Education

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong academic background in geology, mine design, ventilation, rock mechanics, or mineral economics.
• Solid understanding of geological principles and their application in mining contexts.
• Basic understanding of underground mining methods and safety principles.
• Familiarity with geological mapping techniques and interpretation of geological data.
• Exposure to resource estimation, geological modeling, and technical reporting.
• Awareness of geotechnical considerations related to surface and underground mining.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to changing operational priorities.
• Willingness to work in a remote field setting and adhere to site safety protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current 40-hour MSHA Training.
• Prior internship or fieldwork in a mining environment is a plus.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Deswik, Leapfrog, Surpac, Vulcan, or other mine design and geological software, and database tools, preferred.

Physical and Sensory Demands

• Ability to lift 25 to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work on your feet for 12 hours at a time.
• Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions and wet, humid (non-weather) conditions.
• May be exposed to loud noise levels.
• Comfortable working underground and in confined spaces.

Energy Fuels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Our positions are subject to background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify you from employment; all cases are considered on an individual basis relative to the duties of the position.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail] or by calling 303-389-4161.

At-Will Employment Statement

Employment with Energy Fuels is at will. This means that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.

Application Deadline

This position will remain open until filled.

An applicant may redact information from their resume, cover letter, and/or transcripts identifying their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. If your position requires us to review an official transcript, without redacting, we will request one as part of our conditional offer process. To evaluate work experience against established requirements for positions, we are still requesting dates of service (month and year) for positions in the applicant’s work history.

Sponsorship

Please note that this position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.