Mining Technical Services Intern - Energy & Resources (Summer 2027)

Stantec • Reno, NV

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Stantec is seeking a Mining Technical Services Intern to join its Mining, Minerals & Metals team. The internship provides hands-on experience working with geologists, mining engineers, metallurgists, economists, and project managers on mining projects in North America and internationally. The intern will support mineral resource estimation, mine studies, technical due diligence, economic evaluations, and industry-standard technical reporting, including NI 43-101 and S-K 1300 reports. The role is intended for students pursuing a degree in geology, geological engineering, mining engineering, metallurgical engineering, mineral economics, or a related discipline.

The position is based in the Reno, Nevada area and is hybrid, combining remote and in-person work. Interns are expected to attend periodic in-person meetings, team activities, project workshops, and client-facing events as required.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Geology, Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Economics, or a related field.
• Completed at least two years of undergraduate coursework.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in mineral resource estimation, mine studies, and mining project evaluation.
• Familiarity with Excel and basic data analysis tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• High level of initiative, curiosity, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GIS, Leapfrog, Datamine, Vulcan, MineSight, Deswik, or similar mining software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with geological data compilation, validation, and management.
• Support mineral resource estimation and geostatistical analyses.
• Assist with drill hole database reviews and QA/QC evaluations.
• Develop figures, maps, sections, and resource presentation materials.
• Support mining and economic studies through data analysis and benchmarking.
• Assist with life-of-mine production, cost, and commodity price analyses.
• Contribute to preliminary economic assessments and financial modeling tasks.
• Perform literature reviews and technical research.
• Support preparation of technical reports and study documentation.
• Assist senior staff with technical presentations and client deliverables.
• Participate in project meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern