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Intern-Mechanical Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

We produce copper, precious metals including gold and silver, molybdenum, and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since ...

Intern - Electrical Engineering

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

We produce copper, precious metals including gold and silver, molybdenum, and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since ...

Intern-Chemist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

We produce copper, precious metals including gold and silver, molybdenum, and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since ...

Intern-Chemist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

We produce copper, precious metals including gold and silver, molybdenum, and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since ...

Intern-Environmental Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$16.50 - $20.75/hr

We produce copper, precious metals including gold and silver, molybdenum, and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since ...

We produce copper, precious metals including gold and silver, molybdenum, and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since ...

We produce copper, precious metals including gold and silver, molybdenum, and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since ...

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How much do intern precious metals jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern precious metals in the United States is $19.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Intern Precious Metals vs Intern Gold Mining?

AspectIntern Precious MetalsIntern Gold Mining
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some technical knowledge of metalsHigh school diploma; basic understanding of mining processes
Work EnvironmentJewelry, investment firms, refining companiesMining sites, exploration companies
Industry UsagePrecious metals trading, refining, jewelry manufacturingMining, extraction, resource development

Intern Precious Metals and Intern Gold Mining roles share similar entry requirements and industry contexts but differ mainly in their focus areas. Intern Precious Metals typically involves work in trading, refining, or jewelry, while Intern Gold Mining centers on exploration and extraction activities. Both roles serve as entry points into the broader precious metals industry but cater to different specialties within the field.

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Infographic showing various Intern Precious Metals job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 18% Internship, 66% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,304 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

Intern-Mechanical Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Rio Tinto
Coal, Metals and Minerals Mining • 10K+ employees

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

Per diem

Posted 13 days ago


Rio Tinto rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

If you want to drive real change, we have just the place to do it. Our Internship Program is an opportunity for you to shape Rio Tinto from the inside out. We want you to be part of our leading global company to help take us forward by solving the emerging challenges of our time. At Rio Tinto, we believe the best ideas come from bringing people together with different perspectives to work toward a common goal - to create a better tomorrow.
About the role
Finding better ways™ to provide the materials the world needs.
We are offering a 3-month internship opportunity in Mechanical Engineering at Rio Tinto Kennecott in Salt Lake City, Utah.
We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining. We have technical development programs that are industry-leading and recognize the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills.
Working in a challenging and exciting environment, you will be:
  • Involved in the troubleshooting, maintenance and overall management of a wide range of mechanical assets and associated systems including but not limited to conveyors, grinding mills, pumps, valves, motors, hydraulics, tanks, pressure vessels, and piping.

What you'll bring
  • At least one year completed in Mechanical Engineering or any other related field
  • Leadership skills, eagerness to learn and ready for the challenge ahead
  • Flexibility and autonomy
  • Good communication skills and ability to work in a team

*To be eligible, you must be a registered student at a recognized American university, have the right to work full-time in the United States and have a valid Driver's license.
What we offer
  • A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
  • A competitive salary
  • A relocation lump-sum offered for students (for eligible students)
  • Reimburse 1-time travel to and from your work site (for eligible students)
  • Ambitious, exciting and rewarding experience
  • Opportunity to build relationships with the Rio Tinto team and community
  • A great chance to prepare yourself to join our Graduate Development Program

Where will you be working
Our Kennecott mine is a world-class, fully integrated copper mining operation, including a concentrator, smelter, and refinery, located just outside Salt Lake City, Utah, in the United States. We produce copper, precious metals including gold and silver, molybdenum, and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since 1903 and is one of the top producing mines in the world, comprising approximately 11 percent of U.S. annual copper production.
*Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove job postings as there is enough applicants, therefore, if you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please submit your application as soon as possible.
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About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs - striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can't do it on our own, so we're focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and Inclusion
Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.
Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information.

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