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Environmental Intern

Environmental Intern

PublishedPublished: 10/20/2026
$29 per hour
We Pursue a Higher Standard

Coeur Mining is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious metals producer with seven wholly-owned operations: the New Afton gold-copper mine in British Columbia, Canada, the Rainy River gold-silver mine in Ontario, Canada, the Las Chiapas silver-gold mine in Sonora, Mexico, the Palmarejo gold-silver mine in Chihuahua, Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly owns the Silvertip polymetallic critical minerals exploration project in British Columbia, Canada.

Coeur Rochester is a world-class open-pit, heap-leach silver and gold operation and home to Coeur Mining’s largest expansion project in its 95-year history. Following commercial production in 2024, the mine is ramping up toward tripling historical production rates and holds the largest silver reserve in the United States.

For more than 40 years, Coeur Rochester has been a proud community partner, supporting local culture, education, and wellness initiatives. With a team of approximately 500+ employees, we foster a safe, collaborative environment focused on career growth and development. Join us and build your future with a team committed to excellence.

About the Job:

Our summer internship program will provide you with the opportunity to gain real-world, on-the-job experience at one of our US operating mine sites. Interns are mentored throughout the summer by industry professionals and given ownership of projects with a tangible impact on the mine.

Each intern will be creatively and technically working together to create a group presentation, highlighting a company area of improvement. The summer internship experience truly culminates with all interns traveling for an expensed paid trip to Chicago! This includes each group presenting their project, meeting and learning from key company leaders, as well as networking with their fellow bright early careers participants across the company.

Responsibilities:

  • Pursuing a degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering
  • Ability to work safely and promote a safety mindset
  • Project and teamwork experience
  • Ability to work both independently and with a multidisciplinary team
  • Self-starter and people-oriented
  • Ability to adapt and work with a variety of personalities
  • Willing to work outside and assist with environmental monitoring, often in inclement weather
  • Able to hike several miles over uneven ground to access remote monitoring sites
  • Must be legally authorized to work full-time in the country of hire without requiring current or future sponsorship for employment.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older


Required Qualifications & Skills:

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Environmental Science or a related field
  • Work in all conditions and environments, varying amount of time on the job is outdoors
  • Able to lift 25 lbs. on an occasional basis
  • Able to walk up and down slopes and uneven ground daily
  • Strong academic performance in relevant coursework
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Safety-conscious mindset and commitment to following safety protocols


Additional Information:
  • Hourly Rate: $29.00
  • Company sponsored housing
  • Bus service from Lovelock, Fallon, and Winnemucca
  • Travel pay for those outside of bus service


It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Salary range

  • $29 per hour