Welding Summer Internship: Mine Equipment Repair

North American Coal; Grand Coteau (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) and company match

Paid time off

Intern fees paid

Housing stipend

Job summary

North American Coal is offering an Intern (Trainee) welding program at a surface lignite coal mine. Participants must be enrolled in a welding technology program and have completed part of their curriculum; graduates are not eligible.

The role includes welding repairs, blueprints, and collaboration with maintenance teams under MSHA and safety rules. The program requires 12-hour rotating shifts, a valid driver’s license, and a strong work ethic with teamwork.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an associate or technical welding degree and in good academic standing.
• Read and understand blueprints to assemble and fabricate parts.
• Able to work 12-hour rotating shifts.
• Enrolled in welding technology program and in good academic standing.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding repairs and fabrication on mining equipment.
• Read and understand blueprints to assemble and fabricate parts from them.
• Locate and repair cracks in metal parts and structural members.
• Assist mechanics and other maintenance personnel as needed.
• Perform duties in accordance with MSHA and company safety procedures and environmental regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Teamwork

Welding & cutting

Blueprint reading

12-hour shifts

Education

Enrolled in welding technology program

Valid driver’s license

Job description

North American Coal is offering an Intern (Trainee) welding program at a surface lignite coal mine. Participants must be enrolled in a welding technology program and have completed part of their curriculum; graduates are not eligible.

The role includes welding repairs, blueprints, and collaboration with maintenance teams under MSHA and safety rules. The program requires 12-hour rotating shifts, a valid driver’s license, and a strong work ethic with teamwork.