Mining Engineering Intern - Winter/Spring 2027

WSP•Saint Louis, MO

22h•Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA is hiring a part-time, temporary Mining Engineering Intern for the winter and spring semesters of 2027. The intern will join the Earth & Environment Team at the Creve Coeur, Missouri office and gain hands-on experience on real projects alongside senior staff, with mentorship and networking opportunities through the Developing Professionals Network. This position is intended for someone currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs. Relocation and housing assistance are not 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 at least 18 years old.
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.
Ability to take direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to execute projects.
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with 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 degree 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 engineering tasks while developing 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.