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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for mining engineer internship in Arizona is $83,109.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,000.00 and $101,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Mining Engineer Internship is a temporary position designed to provide hands-on experience in the mining industry. Interns typically assist with mine planning, surveying, equipment operation analysis, and safety procedures under the supervision of experienced engineers. The role helps students or recent graduates apply theoretical knowledge to real-world mining operations while gaining industry exposure. It also offers opportunities to network with professionals and enhance technical skills for a future career in mining engineering.

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To thrive as a Mining Engineer Intern, you need foundational knowledge in mining engineering principles, strong analytical skills, and coursework nearing completion of a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with mining industry standard software such as AutoCAD, Surpac, or MineSight, as well as exposure to safety protocols and GIS systems, is highly valuable. Excellent teamwork, adaptability, and effective communication are key soft skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and learning in the field. These competencies are vital because the role requires both technical problem-solving and the ability to work safely and efficiently alongside experienced engineers in dynamic, real-world mine environments.

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As a Mining Engineer Intern, you'll typically gain practical experience through site visits, collecting and analyzing geological or production data, assisting with surveying, and supporting project planning or design tasks. You may work alongside engineers and technicians in both office and field settings, contributing to tasks like equipment inspections, safety assessments, and mapping projects. This exposure helps interns develop a comprehensive understanding of daily mining operations, safety procedures, and project management. You'll also have the opportunity to build important professional relationships and learn industry best practices, which can be invaluable for future career growth in mining engineering.

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Senior Mechanical Designer - Kiewit Power Engineering

Kiewit Corporation

Phoenix, AZ • On-site, Remote

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Kiewit Corporation rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 137 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 80 rated construction


Job description

Requisition ID: 180478 

Job Level: Senior Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering 

Department: Drafting & Design 

Market: Power 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

Does the chance to change a skyline excite you? Do you consider yourself a high-performer?  Creative? Committed to high-quality work? Is adventure your middle name? If so, you may have a future in design engineering at Kiewit! We're known for creating innovative, world-class building projects throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico - many are once-in-a-lifetime opportunities you won't find anywhere else. How do we do it? We hire only the best and we employ them to do career-defining work that changes the landscape in communities around the world. You bring your talent, skills, and drive to succeed. We'll provide the training, on-the-job experience and responsibility from day one that will shape your professional growth. Let's go!

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,300 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery. 
Our rapidly growing Power district, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPC delivery model for power facilities. We offer a variety of engineering services, including owner's engineering, project development, detailed engineering and design, construction management and plant services. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in the following areas: 
   Gas-fired generation  
   Power delivery  
   Environmental retrofits 
   Renewables and new technology 
   Water/wastewater 
We are a high performing team of engineers and designers that develop projects through the project life-cycle engaging exciting projects throughout North America. Our staff leads the power markets engineering process and collaborates with Kiewit's construction teams to approach construction-driven engineering with a focus on safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence.

Location

This position can be based in any of the following office locations: Lenexa, KS; Houston, TX; Raleigh, NC; or Phoenix/Tempe, AZ.
For roles in Chattanooga, TN; Detroit, MI; or Richmond, VA, the position will start remotely and transition to a hybrid/in office arrangement once the new office is established.

Responsibilities

Draft sketches, piping and instrument diagrams, or model 3D equipment items for power plant systems including steam cycle systems, boiler feed and condensate, water treatment, fuel handling, hydraulic, heat transfer systems, conveying systems, and air and gas systems.
Check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
Adhere to schedules and work assignments to ensure successful project completion.
Coordinate with other drafters, designers and other team members assigned to a project or task, and support work progress and results.
Train and advise interns or new graduates

Qualifications

At least 12 years' related design experience
Bachelor's degree in Drafting and Design or related discipline
Proficient in basic computer programs including MS Word and Excel, web browsing and e-mail programs
Knowledge of drafting software including MicroStation, Autodesk, SmartPlant

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Working Conditions

Other Requirements:

  • Regular, reliable attendance 
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
  • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
 


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About Kiewit

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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884