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Mine Planning / Geology Intern

United States, Kermit · Job Posted February 17, 2026
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The Mine Planning / Geology Intern will support daily and weekly mine planning activities, production reconciliation, and drone survey data collection. This role offers meaningful exposure to the operational and technical foundations of mining, including site mapping, exploration drilling and geological modeling, haul cycle analysis, stockpile tracking, and volumetric accuracy. Interns will work directly with planners, geologists, and operations personnel to support efficient, reliable site performance.

Job Responsibility

  • Reconcile actual production vs. mine plan to ensure accuracy and identify deviations
  • Assist with drone site surveys, including data collection, measurement validation, and surface updates
  • Analyze haul cycle times to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement
  • Support mine planning tasks through data organization, mapping updates, and field observations
  • Help ensure consistent and accurate communication of production and survey data to operations teams
  • Participate in exploration drilling, data QC, and improvements to the sitewide mine plan

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, Geospatial Sciences, or a related field
  • GIS Experience – ArcGIS or equivalent (Global Mapper, QGIS, etc.)
  • Understanding of basic geology principles
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
  • Comfortable working with data, spreadsheets, and basic mapping tools
  • Interest in mine planning, drone surveying, geology, and field operations
  • Ability to work outdoors in field environments
  • Strong attention to detail and clear communication skills

Nice to have

Drone experience and/or 3D geo-modeling experience a bonus, but not required

What we offer

  • Real‑world experience in mine planning, field geology, and production analysis
  • Exposure to drone survey equipment, GIS tools, haul cycle analysis, and operational data systems
  • Hands‑on learning directly tied to operational decision‑making
  • Collaboration with experienced mine planners, geologists, and operations teams
  • A meaningful project portfolio with visible site impact

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