Mining Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)

Job Brief

Ensure safe, reliable and quality technical blasting service through the effective design and appropriate use of explosives. Use advanced blasting instrumentation and software to deliver cost saving solutions to customers, while supporting our vision.

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As the Mining Engineer Intern, you will ensure safe, reliable and quality technical blasting service through the effective design and appropriate use of explosives. You will use advanced blasting instrumentation and software to deliver cost saving solutions to customers, while supporting Dyno Nobel’s vision of leading the industry with customer partnerships. Other duties will include:

- Collaboration with the team on project related expenses (materials & travel).

- Contribute to achieving team revenue goals

- Ensure quality of service by minimizing losses related to blasting.

- Assist with conducting pre-blast surveys e.g. face profiles, borehole deviation measurements, blast geometry measurements, product sampling, safety audits, etc.

- Conduct blast performance measurements, e.g. digital high-speed video, vibration monitoring, vibration modelling, velocity of detonation, dynamic pressure, SHA, etc.

- Conduct time studies on personnel and equipment throughout an operation including: drill and blast operations, truck-shovel loading, dragline, dozer assist, crushing process, etc.

- Support product management in key product application and technology initiatives including support to business objectives.

What We’re Looking For:

- Junior level standing pursuing Bachelors degree in Mining, Geo-technical, Mineral, Geological Engineering or similar field

- Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives.

- Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player.

Why Intern with Dyno Nobel?

- Safety- Zero Harm is our number one priority

- #1 Supplier of industrial explosives in North America

- Cutting edge Technology

- 180+ Years of Practical Innovation

- Tough challenges that allow you to put your problem-solving skills in action

About Your Internship

Duration: 10 – 12 weeks

- Gain hands on working experience to demonstrate your educational skills and gain industry knowledge.

- Develop skills that will allow you to excel in your educational program

- Get practical experience in a professional environment.

- Ability to collaborate and generate new ideas within the team

- Provide mining and engineering knowledge in order to define your skill set

- Develop further skills to help you confidently reach your education and/or professional goals.

- Work alongside and learn from a diverse group of leaders

- Create relationships to start building your professional network.

- Assigned a dedicated mentor to provide you with valuable coaching and feedback to ensure you are reaching your goals

- Provided with a dedicated internship coordinator to ensure ongoing support

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.