Intern - Mining Engineer

Discover a rewarding career opportunity at Kinross in the stunning rural landscapes of Washington State.  Recognized for our leadership in low-impact mine development and nationally acclaimed for our reclamation and closure practices, our team has produced gold from six different deposits in the region since 1990.  Currently the operation is managing an exciting multi-year pipeline of projects and is looking to build our team to effectively deliver results.

Job Summary

The Mining Engineering Intern will support underground and surface operations at the mine by learning and performing entry-level engineering, operational, and project management tasks in an active mining environment. The role provides practical exposure to mine engineering, contractor oversight, and water treatment facilities while contributing to safe and efficient site operations.

Essential Functions

• Perform work safely and completely in a manner that does not create risk of harm to self or others.
• Learn and perform entry-level mining engineering tasks under the direction of site engineers including but not limited to ventilations surveys, geotechnical assessments, quality control, water balances and services mapping.
• Coordinate with their supervisor to define a mutually agreed-upon deliverable for the internship period.
• Assist in oversight of contractors performing work on surface and underground.
• Assist with maintenance activities in the underground workings and surface facilities.
• Assist with project management tasks as assigned.
• Assist in the operation and repair of the water treatment plant.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety, environmental, confidentiality, and code of conduct requirements.
• Meet or exceed performance expectations established by management.
• Consistently exercise discretion and judgment in carrying out assigned tasks.
• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
• Help develop other department personnel in performing the duties listed above.
• Perform other related functions as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Skills

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

Kinross Leadership Practices

Kinross Competencies

Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.

Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.

Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.

Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Projects Superintendent.

Language Requirements

English.

Compensation Data

Salary range : $25 / hr

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol : K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol : KGC).