Mine Intern

The Mine Intern, reporting directly to the Engineering Supervisor, will assist the Itafos Conda mine team with a broad array of duties across all mining functional areas (e.g. safety, environmental, production, exploration, reclamation) with an emphasis on tasks that support their chosen field of study.

Responsibilities:

• Work with mine team to identify operational improvements and be able to able to effectively communicate information to others.
• Analyze, interpret and communicate environmental and safety issues/information.
• Audit mining operations to look for efficiency improvements.
• Interact & maintain an effective working relationship with all levels of personnel.
• Present ideas through written and/or verbal presentation.
• Learn and utilize survey equipment to assist with quantity claiming and surveying operations.
• Assist in inspections, audits and record keeping associated with permits, plans and MSHA requirements.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of engineering plans and environmental control features.
• Actively participate in in the mine safety program (including involvement in meetings, investigations, and documentation).
• Anticipated degree will determine the focus area of the internship.

Preferred skills and experience of the position include:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mine/Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental or other mine-related field at an accredited College or University.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of school or relative work experience.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Possess a high level of oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform in high-pressure / time-sensitive situations and meet deadlines.
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter.
• Possess analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Work Schedule & Environment:

• This position requires on-site physical presence at the Itafos Conda mine facilities located in Soda Springs, Idaho.
• 4-day x 10-hour work week, Monday through Thursday.
• Performing work in a combination of office/indoor and mining/outdoor settings in a variety of environmental conditions including elevated temperatures, cold, rain, snow, etc.
• Performing work using a variety of types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hats, safety glasses/goggles, gloves, hearing protection, fall protection, etc.
• A typical mining environment working near moving equipment and mechanical parts, varying levels of noise, and near fumes or airborne particles.

Employment Conditions:

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United State of America.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background screen, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, and a pre-placement fitness for duty evaluation.