Welding & Maintenance Intern — Hands-on Training

North American Coal; Falkirk (ND); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K & Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Intern Fees Paid (approval required)

Housing Stipend

Job summary

North American Coal seeks students enrolled in welding or mechanical maintenance programs for coop/intern positions in 2027. Roles run May–Aug (3 months) or May–Dec (8 months). Training includes operating a boom truck, welding truck, forklift and related equipment.

Positions require outdoor work, rotating shifts, and adherence to MSHA and site safety rules. Housing stipend and other benefits are provided; contact points listed for inquiries.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in welding or mechanical maintenance program and in good academic standing.
• Completed a portion of college in the associated field and intends to finish the degree.
• Drivers license required.
• Able to work outdoors in extreme weather and rotate shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with troubleshooting, routine maintenance and repairs of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on draglines, coal shovels and facilities.
• Read and understand blueprints and fabricate parts from them.
• Comply with MSHA regulations and company safety procedures.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Outdoor work ability

Rotating shifts

Steel-toed shoes

Education

Enrolled in accredited welding or mechanical maintenance program

Job description

North American Coal seeks students enrolled in welding or mechanical maintenance programs for coop/intern positions in 2027. Roles run May–Aug (3 months) or May–Dec (8 months). Training includes operating a boom truck, welding truck, forklift and related equipment.

Positions require outdoor work, rotating shifts, and adherence to MSHA and site safety rules. Housing stipend and other benefits are provided; contact points listed for inquiries.