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Intern-Mining Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT ยท On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Our Internship Program is an opportunity for you to shape Rio Tinto from the inside out. We want ... Working in a challenging and exciting environment , you will be: * Ensuring that plans are safe and ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship mining environmental in the United States is $18.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an internship mining environmental?

An Internship Mining Environmental job involves assisting in environmental management and compliance within the mining industry. Interns may help conduct environmental impact assessments, monitor water and air quality, and ensure that mining operations follow sustainability regulations. They may also support reclamation projects designed to restore land after mining activities. This role provides hands-on experience in environmental science, geology, and regulatory frameworks. It is ideal for students or graduates looking to build a career in environmental management within the mining sector.

What types of projects and tasks does an internship mining environmental typically involve?

Mining Environmental interns are often involved in tasks such as conducting field sampling, assisting with environmental impact assessments, preparing compliance reports, and analyzing data related to water, soil, and air quality. Interns may collaborate with environmental engineers, geologists, and regulatory specialists, gaining hands-on experience in both fieldwork and office settings. These responsibilities provide valuable exposure to environmental regulations, sustainability initiatives, and the operational aspects of mining projects. The experience gained helps build a strong foundation for future roles in environmental management within the mining industry.

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To thrive as an Internship Mining Environmental, you typically need a background in environmental science, geology, or a related field, along with strong analytical and research skills. Familiarity with environmental monitoring equipment, GIS mapping software, and regulatory compliance protocols is commonly required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work well in a team environment are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for carrying out accurate assessments, ensuring regulatory adherence, and supporting sustainable mining practices.

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Intern-Mining Engineer

SF Demo - Rio Tinto

Salt Lake City, UT โ€ข On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Full-time, Internship

Posted 5 days ago


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 Mining Engineering at Rio Tinto Kennecott in Salt Lake City, Utah. This is a great opportunity for an intern to be involved in mine planning, utilizing mine planning and scheduling tools to create optimal mine designs and schedules.

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:

  • Ensuring that plans are safe and achievable through close collaboration with Operations teams and effective reconciliation.
  • Communicate mine plans to stakeholders at all levels of the organization via presentations, documents, and face to face presentations.
  • Coordinate with Contractors and lead projects while managing for safety, cost and schedule.
  • These roles and responsibilities will provide a strong foundation to enable you to excel in your career.

What you'll bring

  • At least one year completed in Mining 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 wheresafety 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 tobuild relationships with the Rio Tinto team and community
  • A great chance to prepare yourself to joinourGraduate 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.