Intern - Mining Engineer - Monroe, MI

Michigan Paving & Materials - Monroe, MI

Full-time - Intern

Monroe, MI

Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing

About the position

Michigan Paving and Materials is seeking a summer intern in the field of Mine Engineering. This internship is designed for students currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or trade school, and it will take place in Monroe, MI, starting between mid-May and early June 2025, and running through August 2025. The company emphasizes the importance of employee development and advancement opportunities, reflecting its commitment to fostering new talent in the industry. The intern will have the opportunity to work in both outdoor and indoor conditions, gaining hands-on experience in various aspects of mining engineering. The intern will collaborate with others in geographical exploration, reviewing maps and drilling logs to assess the location, size, accessibility, and estimated volumes of mineral deposits. They will assist in long-range planning designs and data analysis, while also being trained to detect safety hazards and respond appropriately. Compliance with state and federal regulations, including those set forth by the US Department of Transportation (DOT), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), is a critical aspect of the role. Additionally, the intern will operate small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (sUAV) for mine planning, topography mapping, and stripping calculations. Quality Control and Quality Assurance will be part of their responsibilities, along with spending time in field operations for aggregates. The intern will work closely with operations personnel on monthly projections, shadowing them to learn about operational planning and aggregate objectives, and will also collaborate with crews and managers on blasting operations. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in the mining industry while contributing to the company's goals.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates and conducts geographical exploration by reviewing maps and drilling logs to determine location, size, accessibility, and estimated volumes of deposits.
• Assists in determining long-range planning designs and data.
• Detects safety hazards and responds accordingly.
• Adheres to state and federal regulations set forth by regulatory agencies such as DOT, OSHA, and MSHA.
• Operates sUAV for mine planning, topography mapping, and stripping calculations.
• Engages in Quality Control/Quality Assurance activities.
• Spends time in field operations for aggregates.
• Works with operations on monthly projections.
• Shadows operations personnel to learn operational planning and aggregate objectives.
• Collaborates with crews and managers on blasting operations.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college degree program related to the industry.
• Maintains a minimum GPA of 2.75 or better.
• Passes pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.
• Maintains a current driver's license that meets state requirements.
• Willing to obtain MSHA New Miner Training and FAA Part 107 Certification for sUAV Operator.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• High ethical standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Capable of utilizing the internet effectively for research and evaluation.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).

Benefits

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.
• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.