Health and Safety Intern
Listed on Coeur Mining’s official careers site. Posted September 11, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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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 expenses 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
Pursing a Bachelor’s degree in related field to internship.
Potential areas of focus
Occupational Safety and Health or Industrial Hygiene Minimum GPA 2.5, preferred GPA 3.0 or higher
- 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 eager to demonstrate leadership potential, strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, initiative, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work individually and within a team Curiosity and willingness to learn!
Required Qualifications & Skills
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Occupational Safety and Health or Industrial Hygiene 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.
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