Mining Engineer Intern
Burnet, TX
- Engineering
- Full-time
- mining engineer intern
- aggregate mining
- quarry operations
The Mining Engineer Intern will support quarry and aggregate site operations by assisting experienced engineers and completing technical projects to understand production, maintenance, and quality processes. The role involves ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations while gaining hands-on experience in both office and field environments. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Mining Engineering or Geology, possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, and be able to manage multiple projects.
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Put your education into action in the field to support and participate in assigned project work.
- Support the plant operations in achieving production goals while partnering with experienced engineers, managers, and production employees in different departments.
- Complete technical projects to gain an understanding of the operations of a quarry or aggregate site.
- Learn the mission of the production, maintenance, and quality departments and different job and functions.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
What Are We Looking For:
- Current juniors and seniors working toward a degree in Mining Engineering or Geology.
- Commitment and engagement through a high level of work ethic and utilization of abilities for the best of the company.
- Demonstrated openness to change, flexibility, and adaptability.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.
- Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Work Environment:
- Combination of office and field work.
- Exposure to various weather conditions.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Physical requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, and perform manual labor tasks as needed.
What We Offer:
- $23.00/hr - $27.00/hr
- DEI Engagement and Employee Resource Group Activities
- Intern events
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled
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