About the role#
Stantec is looking for a Mine Planning Intern to join our Mining, Minerals and Metals team for the summer of 2027. You will work alongside experienced professionals to help develop practical mining solutions for both open pit and underground operations. This role provides exposure to engineering studies ranging from scoping and prefeasibility to detailed feasibility and execution support.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the development of open pit and underground mine plans.
- Support production scheduling and sequencing evaluations.
- Assist with mine design updates and optimization studies.
- Prepare mine planning figures, layouts, and presentation materials.
- Support the analysis of mining methods and equipment selections.
- Compile and evaluate production, cost, and operating data.
- Assist with trade-off studies and engineering evaluations.
- Support the development of capital and operating cost estimates.
- Assist in preparing technical study reports and client deliverables.
- Participate in project meetings and multidisciplinary engineering discussions.
- Learn and apply industry-standard mine planning practices and software.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Mining Engineering.
- Completion of at least two years of undergraduate coursework.
- Demonstrated interest in underground or open pit mine planning.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
- Strong initiative and commitment to professional development.
- Familiarity with mine planning software such as Deswik, Vulcan, MineSight, or Datamine is an asset.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Reno, Nevada.
- The role is hybrid, requiring a combination of remote and in-person work.
- You will be expected to attend periodic in-person meetings, team activities, project workshops, and client-facing events.
- This is a paid, part-time internship.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global firm providing engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting services. The company employs over 31,000 people across its offices. It focuses on infrastructure, energy transition, and urban planning projects. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, the firm operates as a public company listed on the TSX and NYSE.
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