Resource Modeling Intern

Newmont Mining Corporation•Denver, CO

2d•$22 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

Newmont is hiring a full-time, paid summer Resource Modeling Intern for its corporate headquarters in Denver, Colorado. The internship is expected to begin in May 2027 and conclude in August 2027, with exact dates flexible according to the student's availability and business needs. Applicants must be returning to their studies in fall 2027. The intern will implement Resource Modeling projects and support the department's day-to-day activities. Projects will be assigned based on the intern's availability, interests, skills, experience, and business needs. The position focuses on data analysis and reporting, developing stockpile block models using established workflows, researching geological and geostatistical methods including machine learning and AI, supporting data and software migration, preparing geoscience training materials, and assisting with Python coding. A discipline-specific project may also be available in collaboration with in-house specialists. The position is based at Newmont's Denver headquarters. Flexible or hybrid work arrangements may be available depending on team requirements, and travel to one or more Newmont sites may be required. The stated base salary range is $22.44–$46.25, with an annual discretionary bonus based on company and personal performance. Newmont also describes a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Must be returning to studies in fall 2027.
Valid work authorization to work in the United States for this position.
Strong organization, project management, and self-time-management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with comfort engaging with senior leaders and global teams.
Strong research methods capability and writing skills.
Experience with Python coding.

Nice To Haves

Graduate students, or undergraduate students who have completed at least two full years of undergraduate coursework, are preferred.
Specialization in Earth Sciences, Engineering, or Mathematics is ideal.
Experience with MS Office (Excel) and Power BI.
Experience in mining or a passion for learning about the mining industry.
Experience with mining software such as MinePlan, and with AI or machine learning.

Responsibilities

Provide general support to the Resource Modeling team for data analysis and reporting.
Execute projects, including developing stockpile block models for various sites using established workflows.
Research geological and geostatistical methods, including machine learning and AI approaches.
Support exploration and mine data, including migration across software platforms and file types.
Help compile geoscience training materials.
Support Python coding efforts, including modification, development, and implementation.
Depending on skills and interests, collaborate with in-house specialists on a discipline-specific project.