Description
WSP USA's Earth & Environment Team is seeking a part-time Mining Engineering Intern - Winter/Spring 2027 to work out of our Creve Coeur, MO office. This temporary position is for individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.
As a Mining Engineering Intern, you will support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills. Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis
- Learning basic principles of Mining Engineering
- Supporting desktop studies on geology, mine stability, excavation, and minerals processing
- Assisting in technical reporting on client resources and reserves for SK-1300 / NI-43-101 / JORC requirements
- Supporting preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates
- Collecting and maintaining project documentation
- Completing training on assigned tasks
- Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct
The internship will take place during the winter and spring semesters. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Requirements:
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Mining Engineering or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later
- Must be 18 or older
- Demonstrated interest in Mining Engineering or a related field
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
- Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Mining Engineering or related Masters Degree or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later
- Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus
- Experience in materials testing
Compensation:
- Expected Salary: $22.17 - $29.96