Student Opportunities

Below is a list of internships, lab research, and/or fellowship opportunities that focus on sustainable mining operations.

If you would like any additional information on the opportunities below, please reach out to cesm@cals.arizona.edu.

Industry 

BHP Legacy Assets and Exploration Internship

BHP 
USA/Canada

Location: USA

BHP Legacy Assets and Exploration are looking for Interns for the 2023 Summer intake. 

They are looking for students with a range of degrees that include (but not limited) to:

  • Technology: Data Science, Computer Science, Applied Statistics, Software Engineering, Mathematics
  • Engineering: Mining, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mine Geotechnical, Civil, Metallurgy / Minerals Processing, Construction, Environmental
  • Health Science: Safety, Health, Occupational Hygiene, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Medical Radiation, Toxicology
  • Science: Earth Science / Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental, Physics, Chemistry

Start date: June 2023

Application deadline: January 22, 2023

Apply here: Interns 2023 USA / Canada (bhp.com)

BHP Legacy Assets and Exploration Recent Graduates

BHP 
USA/Canada

Location: Tucson, Arizona, USA

BHP Legacy Assets and Exploration are looking for Graduates for the 2023 Summer intake. 

They are looking for recent graduates with a range of degrees that include (but not limited) to:

  • Technology: Data Science, Computer Science, Applied Statistics, Software Engineering, Mathematics
  • Engineering: Mining, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mine Geotechnical, Civil, Metallurgy / Minerals Processing, Construction, Environmental
  • Health Science: Safety, Health, Occupational Hygiene, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Medical Radiation, Toxicology
  • Science: Earth Science / Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental, Physics, Chemistry

Start date: June 2023

Application deadline: January 22, 2023

Apply here: Graduates 2023 USA / Canada (bhp.com)

Hydrogeology Laboratory Specialist at GeoSystems Analysis Inc

GeoSystems Analysis, Inc. is searching for two full-time laboratory specialists. The position will be primarily based in the Tucson, AZ laboratory with occasional fieldwork throughout the Southwest. Laboratory tasks include determining basic soil parameters, conducting saturated and unsaturated hydraulic conductivity testing, as well as construction and calibration of monitoring instruments. Field tasks may include maintenance and installation of monitoring instruments as well as soil and water sampling.

Requirements:

• 2+ years laboratory experience

• BS or MS in Soil Science, Hydrology or another Natural Sciences field

• Excel and Word experience

• Independent problem solving and creativity

• Ability to lift 50 lbs (infrequently)

• Ability to work in extreme environments (infrequently)

Preferred skills:

• Databases and programming (Campbell Scientific)

• Hand and power tool experience

• Building and/or mechanical experience

 

To learn more, please visit www.geosystemsanalysis.com.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Nate Blevens (nate@gsanalysis.com), if interested.