Mine Engineering Intern
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Job Description
About Holcim
Holcim is a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, driven by the purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. They are transforming to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim enables greener cities, smarter infrastructure, and improves living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of its strategy, Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with its people and communities at the heart of its success. The company is driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Holcim is 70,000 people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates, and Solutions & Products.
About the Job: Mine Engineering Intern
This is a 10-week, paid internship beginning May 27th, 2025, based at the Holcim cement plant/quarry in Morgan, UT.
Responsibilities:
• Hands-on Learning: Participate in operational procedures, production/maintenance activities, and product knowledge of the cement plant and quarry.
• Data-Driven Insights: Collect and analyze data, identify process correlations, and contribute to the development of strategies for ongoing projects.
• Operational Exposure: Gain hands-on experience with daily mine operations, including drilling, blasting, loading, and hauling activities.
• Equipment Monitoring: Work alongside operators to learn about the maintenance and operation of heavy mining equipment, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments such as geology, engineering, and safety to understand the full spectrum of operations.
• Safety Protocols: Assist in the implementation and monitoring of safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Skill Application: Utilize a range of skills and knowledge in day-to-day operations, working collaboratively to achieve team and company goals.
• Executive Presentation: At the end of the internship, present your learnings and contributions to the executive leadership team.
Requirements:
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Mine Engineering or similar field.
• Strong academic performance with a solid understanding of engineering principles.
• Geographic flexibility to work at various sites.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• High energy and a proactive approach to tackling new challenges.
• A team player who can collaborate across different levels of the organization.
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field, gaining hands-on experience and firsthand knowledge of our business operations.
Schedule and Environment:
• This is an onsite role with a mandatory 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, working an 8-hour shift each day.
• You’ll be working in a quarry and cement plant environment where you’ll encounter moving mechanical equipment, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, and more.
• Interns are responsible for their own transportation to and from their worksites.
• Travel may be required throughout the internship for tours, shadowing experiences, or intern events.
Benefits:
• Gain practical experience within the building materials industry.
• Benefit from mentorship and professional development training throughout the summer.
• Be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, and recognition.
• Explore potential opportunities for full-time employment after graduation with a fast-growing and successful company.
