As our Civil Engineering Intern, you will be part of an integrated engineering team providing engineering support services for Greens Creek Mine Surface Operations. Every day you will work at a mine on a remote island about 18 miles outside of Juneau, Alaska. We’re on a remote island, so to thrive in this role you must know how to work safely and independently.

About Us

The Greens Creek Mine, located on Admiralty Island 18 miles south of Juneau, is an underground polymetallic mine operating since 1989, employing approximately 450 people. The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company, headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Established in 1891, Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards, Greens Creek is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success.

Here’s what you can expect in this role:

• Training first. Every hire is provided MSHA training in the first 4 days on the job. We also provide department-level training on not just what to do, but safety, as well.
• You should be enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program in civil, geotechnical, or related engineering field.
• Ideally, you will have completed at least your sophomore year, and you can be available from mid-May through mid-August.
• You will be working on a remote island and living in a mining camp environment away from home if you are not Juneau based. Interns will work Monday through Saturdays, with Sundays off.
• You'll pass a background screening for ATF (Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms), as well as a hair follicle drug screen.
• Safety is important. Every piece of equipment and each work area must be inspected before we start the day for your safety and the safety of your team.
• You will be paid, and have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401 (k) with company match.

Projects will likely include:

• Assist our tailings engineer in developing short-range tailings placement plans, completing daily reporting, and performing QC testing
• Supporting two or more geotechnical drill programs
  • Collect geotechnical and hydrological data that will be used in the design of the expansion of our tailings facility
  • Collect Cone Penetration Test (CPT) data that will be used as a quality assurance tool to verify tailings have been placed per design requirements
• Assist our survey technician with colleting conventional and drone surveys.

If you’re interested in this role, apply on our website at this link: http://www.hecla-mining.com/careers/

We have a two-part interview process. You must complete the self-assessment that will be sent to you via e-mail after you have completed your application. Then, if you are selected, our hiring manager will reach out to you via phone call to get to know you and your skill set a little better. Finally, if you are selected to move forward, an offer will be extended and a start date will be determined for Summer 2023.