Metallurgy Intern

Newmont Mining Corporation•Denver, CO

4d•$22 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, paid summer internship running from May 2027 through August 2027. Exact dates are flexible based on the student’s availability and business needs. The intern will implement a specific metallurgical project and support the department’s day-to-day activities. Projects will be selected based on the intern’s availability, interests, skills, and experience, as well as business needs. Possible projects include research in mineral processing, comminution, and/or hydrometallurgical processing; supporting the metallurgical team with sample preparation and process testing; and performing data entry, analysis, and reporting. A possible work rotation may introduce the intern to Newmont Metallurgical Services capabilities in mineralogy, analytical services, water, and metallurgy, providing a holistic view of the organization. The internship is based at Newmont’s corporate laboratory in Englewood, Colorado. Some travel to one or more Newmont sites may be required. The posting also describes the position as based at the Denver, Colorado corporate headquarters, with flexibility for hybrid work. The salary range is $22.44–$46.25; the final offer depends on individual factors such as experience and skills. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Requirements

Strong organization, project management, and time management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including comfort engaging with senior leaders and global teams.
Strong research methods capability and writing skills.
Valid work authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate students are preferred, graduating in December 2027 or later; candidates pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Mineral Processing are preferred. Other similar disciplines may be considered.
Experience in mining and/or a passion to learn about the hard-rock mining industry.
Interest in and availability for a project aligned with the intern’s skills and experience and business needs.

Responsibilities

Implement a specific metallurgical project.
Support the department’s day-to-day activities.
Conduct research on topics such as mineral processing, comminution, and/or hydrometallurgical processing.
Support sample preparation and process testing execution.
Perform data entry, analysis, and reporting.
Potentially participate in an introduction to Newmont Metallurgical Services capabilities in mineralogy, analytical services, water, and metallurgy.
Perform other work as assigned.