Mining Engineer Intern
Somerset, KY
- Manufacturing
- Full-time
- mining engineering intern
- mine planning
- mine design
Internship supporting mine planning, design, and optimization while assisting with data collection, production and safety improvements, equipment and blasting efficiency, and environmental/regulatory compliance. Role combines field and office work, requires pursuit of a Mining Engineering (or related) degree, strong analytical skills, teamwork, and adherence to site safety protocols. Offers competitive hourly pay, housing allowance, and regional travel between mining and cement operations.
Line of Business: Other
About Us
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
- Assist with mine planning, design, and optimization projects
- Support data collection and analysis for production and safety improvements
- Collaborate with operations teams on equipment and blasting efficiency
- Participate in environmental and regulatory compliance initiatives
- Contribute to continuous improvement and cost-reduction efforts
What Are We Looking For
- Currently pursuing a degree in Mining Engineering or a related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities
- Willingness to work in both field and office environments
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and contributing
Work Environment
This internship involves both office and fieldwork in an active mining environment. Interns will be trained in safety protocols and expected to follow all site-specific safety and environmental guidelines.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay
- Summer Housing Allowance
- Regional Travel to other mining sites and cement operations
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled
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As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.



