Mine Intern

Conda Phosphate Operations

Soda Springs, Idaho

The Mine Intern, reporting directly to the Engineering Supervisor, will assist the Itafos Conda mine team with a broad array of duties across all mining functional areas (e.g. safety, environmental, production, exploration, reclamation) with an emphasis on tasks that support their chosen field of study.

Responsibilities:

• Work with mine team to identify operational improvements and be able to able to effectively communicate information to others.
• Analyze, interpret and communicate environmental and safety issues/information.
• Audit mining operations to look for efficiency improvements.
• Interact & maintain an effective working relationship with all levels of personnel.
• Present ideas through written and/or verbal presentation.
• Learn and utilize survey equipment to assist with quantity claiming and surveying operations.
• Assist in inspections, audits and record keeping associated with permits, plans and MSHA requirements.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of engineering plans and environmental control features.
• Actively participate in in the mine safety program (including involvement in meetings, investigations, and documentation).
• Anticipated degree will determine the focus area of the internship.

Preferred skills and experience of the position include:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mine/Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental or other mine-related field at an accredited College or University.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of school or relative work experience.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Possess a high level of oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform in high-pressure / time-sensitive situations and meet deadlines.
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter.
• Possess analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Work Schedule & Environment:

• This position requires on-site physical presence at the Itafos Conda mine facilities located in Soda Springs, Idaho.
• 4-day x 10-hour work week, Monday through Thursday.
• Performing work in a combination of office/indoor and mining/outdoor settings in a variety of environmental conditions including elevated temperatures, cold, rain, snow, etc.
• Performing work using a variety of types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hats, safety glasses/goggles, gloves, hearing protection, fall protection, etc.
• A typical mining environment working near moving equipment and mechanical parts, varying levels of noise, and near fumes or airborne particles.

Employment Conditions:

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United State of America.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background screen, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, and a pre-placement fitness for duty evaluation.

** Itafos Conda, LLC is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.**