About the role#
Coeur Alaska is seeking a mineral process engineering student for a 6-8 month Co-Op at the Kensington Mine. You will join the Metallurgical and Assay team to gain hands-on experience in process operations. This role requires a commitment of 6-8 months, beginning in Winter or Spring 2027. You will work a rotational schedule of approximately 3 weeks on and 1 week off at our remote site.
What you'll do#
- Manage projects in the mill, water treatment, and office to improve process efficiencies.
- Operate water treatment and milling circuits while learning all aspects of the assay and metallurgical testing labs.
- Perform metallurgical accounting, process modeling, and circuit optimization.
- Collaborate with other interns to develop and present a group project on company improvements.
- Prioritize safety by following all protocols and exercising your authority to stop work for safety concerns.
What you'll need#
- Current undergraduate student entering your Junior or Senior year.
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Process Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum GPA of 2.5, with a preference for 3.0 or higher.
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team of engineers, miners, and geologists.
- Analytical skills and familiarity with mass balancing.
- Comfort working underground, in metallurgical labs, and in environments with heat from furnaces and ovens.
- Must be 18 years of age or older and legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Kensington Mine, Juneau, Alaska.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Duration: 6-8 months, starting Winter or Spring 2027.
- This is a paid position. Housing and meals are provided while on rotation.
About Coeur Mining, Inc.
Coeur Mining is a precious metals producer based in Chicago. Founded in 1928, the company operates five mining sites across the United States and Mexico. It focuses on the extraction of silver and gold. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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