Job Description

The intern will be expected to work 40 hours a week during the summer with an option to work an average of 10 to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. Primary activities include pit optimizations, mine and waste rock facilities design, mine scheduling and cost analysis. The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of experienced geology & engineering staff in these areas.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Must be working toward a bachelor of science or advanced degree in geology or geological engineering
• Strong computer skills, especially in using finite element software, spreadsheets and structural analysis software are required 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, be able to communicate effectively in writing and orally, and be self-motivated.

Additional Information

Compensation: Hourly wage depends on education and experience, range is $21-$26/hour, plus statutory insurance requirements.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Info

RESPEC seeks a temporary part-time geology intern in the Mining & Energy Division in the Reno, Nevada, office.

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.