Mining Engineering Intern - Winter/Spring 2027

WSP•St. Louis, MO

1d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA’s Earth & Environment Team is hiring a part-time, temporary Mining Engineering Intern for the winter and spring semesters of 2027. The position is based in the Creve Coeur, Missouri office and is intended for a student currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. The intern will gain hands-on experience on real projects while working alongside senior staff, with mentorship and networking opportunities through WSP’s Developing Professionals Network. Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

Requirements

Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate Mining Engineering or related 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 and a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
Able to take direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to execute projects.
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
Demonstrated record of upholding workplace safety and ability to follow WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Authorized to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Nice To Haves

Actively enrolled in an accredited Mining Engineering or related master’s or PhD program, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later.
Prior internship experience and leadership involvement on campus.
Experience in materials testing.

Responsibilities

Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
Learn basic principles of mining engineering.
Assist with project research, field work, preliminary design calculations, and analysis.
Assist with desktop studies involving geology, mine stability, excavation, and minerals processing.
Assist with technical reporting on client resources and reserves for SK-1300, NI-43-101, and JORC requirements.
Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.