Mining Engineer Intern

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position

Mining Engineer Intern

Job Summary

Mining Engineer Intern - Summer 2025

Full-Time/Part-Time & Paid Internship

Location: Sylacauga, Alabama

Program Length: Summer (12-16 Weeks)

About Us: Imerys is a global leader in mineral-based specialty solutions, employing over 16,000 people in 50 countries. We are dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and excellence.

Why Join Us: Step into the future with Imerys. We invite motivated individuals to join us and contribute to our mission. At our manufacturing plants, you’ll help transform minerals into solutions and products that enhance people’s lives. Our operations span a diverse range of customer markets, making efficient and effective use of precious natural resources.

- Opportunity to Drive Improvements: Thrive in a dynamic, informal, and non-hierarchical culture where your ideas matter.

- Broad-Based Experience: Work on diverse projects across various businesses and organizations.

- Collaborative Communication: Influence and collaborate across boundaries, enhancing your teamwork skills.

- Unique Experiences: Take on increasing responsibilities within an exciting and evolving business environment.

What Our Internship Program Offers:

- Immediate Responsibilities: Dive into real projects from day one with clear responsibilities and impactful tasks.

- Continuous Coaching & Mentoring: Receive guidance and formal training from passionate professionals and your dedicated manager.

- Senior Leader Visibility: Engage with senior leadership and gain invaluable insights into the industry.

- Dynamic and Respectful Environment: Enjoy a work culture that values every individual, promotes agility, and supports work/life balance.

- Priority for Full-Time Positions: Successfully complete your internship and university graduation to gain priority for full-time opportunities at Imerys.

Your Role:

Project Overview & Deliverables:

- Review existing geologic model and identify optimal pit limits based on marble thickness and overburden depth.

- Design a conceptual pit with 2–3 phased pushbacks, including bench height, slope angles, and ramp layout.

- Quantify overburden, marble, and waste volumes by phase, including stripping ratio analysis.

- Model haul routes from the new property to the crusher and calculate cycle times and haul costs.

- Compare total delivered $/ton cost from the new quarry to current operations, identifying trade-offs between stripping and haulage.

- Prepare a final presentation and report summarizing results, findings, and recommendations.

Timeline (12 Weeks):

Focus Area / Deliverable

Weeks 1–2 Review geologic model, site visit, and data setup.

Weeks 3–5 Pit design, phasing, and volume estimation.

Weeks 6–8: Haul route modeling and cost analysis.

Weeks 9–10 Cost-per-ton modeling and scenario testing.

Weeks 11–12: Prepare final presentation and management summary.

Skills & Tools Applied:

ArcGIS Pro or AutoCAD, Excel, mine design software (Deswik or Surpac), cost modeling, haul route analysis, and technical presentation skills.

Project Learning Objectives: A clear, data-supported understanding of whether developing the new property would reduce overall $/ton mined, and recommendations for next steps in evaluating or advancing the project.

Ideal Candidates Are:

- Pursuing a degree in: Relevant field, e.g., Mining engineer or civil engineer

- Strong oral and written communication skills.

- Problem Solvers: Enjoy collaborating to tackle challenges.

- Leaders: Demonstrate leadership in various settings, such as school clubs, sports teams, or work projects.

- Authorized to Work in the U.S.

- Able to pass a drug screen and background check.

Position Type

Full time

and

Intern (Fixed Term)

Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:

recruiting.support@ imerys.com

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.