About the role#
Coeur Alaska is seeking a Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering student for a Co-Op position at the Kensington Mine. This role offers real-world experience through a 6 to 8-month rotation starting in May 2027. You will work directly with the Project Engineering team to improve operations at our underground gold mine near Juneau, Alaska. The schedule requires working on-site in a remote camp, typically on a rotation of three weeks on and one week off.
What you'll do#
- Identify efficiencies in underground operations and create solutions for surface and underground challenges.
- Work to improve operational safety, environmental performance, and overall productivity of mining and milling operations.
- Take on delegated projects under the oversight of supervision.
- Stop work immediately if you identify safety concerns.
- Operate light vehicles on both surface and underground routes.
- Handle administrative tasks including taking meeting minutes, tracking project actions, and entering data.
- Develop an understanding of basic mining and processing principles.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Junior or Senior in a Bachelor’s degree program for Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, or a related Engineering Technology degree.
- Minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Ability to commit to a 6 to 8-month rotation beginning in May 2027.
- Comfort working underground for long periods, sometimes alone.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
- Initiative, problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to learn.
- Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- A commitment to working safely and promoting a safety mindset.
Location & details#
- Location: Kensington Mine, Juneau, Alaska.
- Work Modality: On-site, remote camp environment.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
- Requirements: Must be able to perform physical tasks such as walking on uneven surfaces, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 pounds. You must be able to wear required personal protective equipment and work in varying environmental conditions.
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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