About the role#
Coeur Mining is seeking a student for a 6 to 8 month Co-Op position with the Project Engineering team at the Kensington Mine. This role offers hands-on experience in an underground gold mine environment. You will work under the mentorship of industry professionals, taking ownership of projects that impact our mining and milling operations. This is a paid, full-time position requiring a commitment from January 2027 through August 2027.
What you'll do#
- Develop solutions for underground and surface challenges to improve safety, environmental performance, and productivity.
- Manage delegated projects with supervision, track actions, and maintain accurate meeting minutes and data.
- Operate light vehicles on surface and underground.
- Stop work for safety concerns and follow all safety policies and procedures.
- Learn and apply basic mining and processing principles.
- Work in a multidisciplinary team environment including engineers, miners, and mechanics.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering (or related Engineering Technology degrees).
- Undergraduate student entering your Junior or Senior year with a minimum 2.5 GPA (3.0 preferred).
- Ability to work on-site for 6-8 months starting in January 2027.
- Comfortable working underground for long periods, sometimes alone.
- Must be 18 years of age or older and legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in heavy industry or construction is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Kensington Mine, near Juneau, Alaska.
- Work Modality: On-site, with a rotation schedule of approximately 3 weeks on and 1 week off.
- Housing and meals are provided on-site during rotations.
- Travel to and from Juneau at the start and end of the program is covered.
- The site is remote and requires travel by bus and boat to access.
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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