Engineer Internship
COOPERATIVE STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
This program is designed for students currently pursuing a two or four-year degree, who have completed a portion of their curriculum and will be completing their program after the coop experience. It is not designed for graduates.
- Engineer – 3 months and/or 8 months
Duties at the surface coal mine will be wide and varied, based on the needs of the operation. These duties may include all or some of the following:
- Surveying – Assist the survey crew with office computations and fieldwork utilizing GPS, drones, robotic total station or a remote-controlled boat.
- Computer – Work with various forms of engineering/surveying data to produce reports or studies.
- Permitting – Assist in the preparation of mining maps and permits.
- Design – Assist in engineering projects with field oversite and/or design of mine roads, ponds and special projects.
- Sampling – Working on the groundwater, soil sampling and geological programs.
Next Gen Oil looks at this position as an opportunity to expose an Engineer/Surveying student to a working operation and show the individual how an Engineering group functions in a working operation. At the same time Falkirk will utilize the individual’s time to accomplish tasks that will benefit the operation. This is an excellent opportunity to get real world experience in a high energy and fun work environment.
Current pay rate is at rm1,000 per month. Safety toed shoes are required and are the responsibility of the applicant. The individual will perform job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures, and State and Federal environmental regulations. Some benefits that we offer are earned Paid Time Off , paid Holidays and paid coop credit fees.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
The successful applicant should have strong computer skills, (Experience with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD are a plus), have a valid driver license, and be able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.