Nevada Gold Mines Civil​/Geotechnical Co-op Program

Position: Nevada Gold Mines 2026 Civil/Geotechnical Co-op Program
Are you a Civil/Geotechnical/Geological Engineering student interested in a co-op placement with the single largest gold-mining complex in the world? Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) Operated by Barrick is seeking a highly-motivated student for an exclusive work-abroad opportunity!

Gain invaluable experience, while building your professional network in a team committed to your success. Let us help you reach your career goals!

Responsibilities:

* Intervene, as necessary, to ensure the health and safety of all employees, as well as protect the environment and NGM.

* Work with the on-site Tailings and Heap Leach team, along with closely working with the Process and Maintenance teams, to ensure tailings and heap leach facilities are managed in full compliance, safe functionality in operation, and efficiently.

* Assist with projects through all aspects of experimental design, engineering, construction, and commissioning.

* Assist with conducting regular inspections and monitoring of Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs) and Heap Leach Facilities (HLFs).

* Contribute to the implementation of tailings management plans, and standard operating procedures, aligning them with GISTM guidelines.

* Work with operating teams, mining engineers, environmental specialists, outside consultants, and Engineers of Record personnel.

* Review and interpret monitoring data: groundwater levels, seepage, settlement, and other relevant parameters to ensure stability and performance of TSFs and HLFs

* Assist with supporting geotechnical drilling investigation programs.

* Participate with interdisciplinary teams to address challenges and find innovative solutions.

Qualifications:

* Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate civil, geotechnical, or geological engineering program (required).

* Completion of at least two years of undergraduate studies (required).

* Minimum eight-month commitment (required).

* Ability to research, analyze information, and draw conclusions (required).

* Strong Microsoft Office skills (required).

* Ability to collaborate with multiple departments and manage several projects simultaneously (required).

* Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills (required).

* Strong oral and written communication skills (required).

* Ability to work in a team required

What We Can Offer You:

* Competitive pay.

* Fully furnished housing.

* Bus transportation to and from mine site.

* Personal Protective Equipment and gear.

* Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.

* Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.

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