Mining Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)
About The Position
As the Mining Engineer Intern, you will ensure safe, reliable and quality technical blasting service through the effective design and appropriate use of explosives. You will use advanced blasting instrumentation and software to deliver cost saving solutions to customers, while supporting Dyno Nobel's vision of leading the industry with customer partnerships. Other duties will include: Collaboration with the team on project related expenses (materials & travel). Contribute to achieving team revenue goals Ensure quality of service by minimizing losses related to blasting. Assist with conducting pre-blast surveys e.g. face profiles, borehole deviation measurements, blast geometry measurements, product sampling, safety audits, etc. Conduct blast performance measurements, e.g. digital high-speed video, vibration monitoring, vibration modelling, velocity of detonation, dynamic pressure, SHA, etc. Conduct time studies on personnel and equipment throughout an operation including: drill and blast operations, truck-shovel loading, dragline, dozer assist, crushing process, etc. Support product management in key product application and technology initiatives including support to business objectives.
Requirements
- Junior level standing pursuing Bachelors degree in Mining, Geo-technical, Mineral, Geological Engineering or similar field
- Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives.
- Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player.
Responsibilities
- Collaboration with the team on project related expenses (materials & travel).
- Contribute to achieving team revenue goals
- Ensure quality of service by minimizing losses related to blasting.
- Assist with conducting pre-blast surveys e.g. face profiles, borehole deviation measurements, blast geometry measurements, product sampling, safety audits, etc.
- Conduct blast performance measurements, e.g. digital high-speed video, vibration monitoring, vibration modelling, velocity of detonation, dynamic pressure, SHA, etc.
- Conduct time studies on personnel and equipment throughout an operation including: drill and blast operations, truck-shovel loading, dragline, dozer assist, crushing process, etc.
- Support product management in key product application and technology initiatives including support to business objectives.
Benefits
- Safety- Zero Harm is our number one priority
- #1 Supplier of industrial explosives in North America
- Cutting edge Technology
- 180+ Years of Practical Innovation
- Tough challenges that allow you to put your problem-solving skills in action
- Gain hands on working experience to demonstrate your educational skills and gain industry knowledge.
- Develop skills that will allow you to excel in your educational program
- Get practical experience in a professional environment.
- Ability to collaborate and generate new ideas within the team
- Provide mining and engineering knowledge in order to define your skill set
- Develop further skills to help you confidently reach your education and/or professional goals.
- Work alongside and learn from a diverse group of leaders
- Create relationships to start building your professional network.
- Assigned a dedicated mentor to provide you with valuable coaching and feedback to ensure you are reaching your goals
- Provided with a dedicated internship coordinator to ensure ongoing support
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
