Student Engineering Intern

Rock Mechanics

Posted on 9/26/2025

RESPEC

RESPEC

No salary listed

Rapid City, SD, USA

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Job Description

The intern will be expected to work 40 hours a week during the summer with an option to work an average of 10 to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters.

Primary activities include numerical analysis of underground structures, engineering support, and data analysis. Supplemental activities may involve design and assessment of ground support systems, conventional geotechnical analyses, and mine planning. The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of experienced engineering staff in these areas. 

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • Must be working toward a bachelor of science or advanced degree in geological, mechanical, mining, civil engineering, or related field; with a focus in rock mechanics preferred
  • Strong computer skills, especially in using finite element software, spreadsheets and structural analysis software are required 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, be able to communicate effectively in writing and orally, and be self-motivated.

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