Tailings & Dams Intern
Updated on 10/23/2026

Newmont
Compensation Overview
$22.44 - $46.25
Centennial, CO, USA + 1 more
More locations: Denver, CO, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid work with some in-person meetings at Newmont’s Denver locations; based primarily at the MTF site in Centennial during summer.
<p><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Workplace Type: <strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Onsite</span></strong></span></strong></span></span></strong></span></strong> </span></p><p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif">Posting End Date: 10/23/26</span> </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Our global headquarters in Denver, Colorado is a hub of innovation and collaboration. Here, multi-disciplinary teams chart strategy and provide technical, financial and operational leadership to support Newmont’s mines worldwide. Denver Hub’s professionals work closely with colleagues across all our regions, tackling projects that influence the entire business. The atmosphere is professional yet people-centered – we celebrate innovation and constantly seek better ways of working. Employees enjoy a modern workspace and the perks of a city famous for its outdoor lifestyle and vibrant economy.</span></p> <div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>About this role</H5>
</div><div><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Objective and Purpose</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">To support the Corporate Tailings and Dams Team (CTDT) while providing the student with hands-on experience in Geotechnical monitoring, Dam Safety, and environmental compliance. The intern will support senior engineers with data analysis, technical reporting, report preparation, and risk assessments as well as setting up systems in support of the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM).</span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Your role will consist of </H5>
</div><div><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Key Responsibilities and Functional Tasks:</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The intern will be assigned tasks related to:</span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Geotechnical Monitoring: Assist in review and optimization of site data and its corporate use</span></li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Support with updates to standards and guidelines: Review corporate standards and guidelines and assist in drafting updates to align with GISTM standards</span></li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Project scheduling: Help to map out, track and update timelines for actions plans and dam safety reviews</span></li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Systems Implementation for GISTM: Assisting senior engineers in building out document control trees, tracking compliance gaps, and building action registers</span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Your training, skills and experience checklist</H5>
</div><div><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Here is what we would need to see from you! </strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Expected Applications and Software Use</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The intern will utilize a variety of technical and administrative applications to complete daily tasks:</span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Project Management and Admin:</strong> specialized software for timeline tracking such as Smartsheet or MS Project.</span></li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Drafting and Design:</strong> AutoCAD and Civil 3D for reviewing site layouts, deposition plans, minor design update suggestions and simple calculations.</span></li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Data Visualization and processing:</strong> Python or excel, MS Power BI to handle large datasets, perform statistical analysis and generate automated monitoring charts</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong> Qualifications required</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Education:</strong> Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering.</span></li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Knowledge of Software and Technical Skills:</strong> Foundational proficiency in CAD drafting and 3D terrain modeling (AutoCAD and Civil 3D), MS Office, Power apps etc.</span></li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Strong data manipulation skills:</strong> Advanced Excel functions, power apps or basic Python scripting.</span></li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Engineering Principles:</strong> Familiarity with basic soil mechanics, hydrology, or geotechnical engineering principles.</span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Working Conditions and Location</H5>
</div><div><ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Location:</strong> This is a hybrid role. Work may be completed remotely, with some in-person meetings at Newmont’s Denver Locations. During the summer, the intern will be based primarily at the MTF site in Centennial.</span></li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Hours:</strong> Position is part time during the academic semester to accommodate course load and full time during the summer.</span></li></ul></div></div></div> <p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Work Environment, Pay & Benefits:</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> <br></strong>This position is based in our Denver, CO corporate headquarters, with flexibility for hybrid work. The base salary range is $22.44 - $46.25 (reflecting market rates and your qualifications). The final base pay offer will be based on individual factors such as your experience, and skills – we do not ask for or use your prior pay in setting your compensation.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Applying</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">When you apply, feel free to leave out age-related details like your birth date, graduation years or dates of attendance at educational institutions – it will not affect your application in any way.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Newmont and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to individual’s race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you would like to request an accommodation in the application process due to a disability, please let your recruiter know. Newmont offers reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you’re passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining. Learn more about our purpose and values: <span style="color:cornflowerblue"><a style="color:cornflowerblue" href="https://www.newmont.com/company/about-us/default.aspx">About Newmont</a></span><u> </u>Hear from our people: <span style="color:cornflowerblue"><a style="color:cornflowerblue" href="https://www.youtube.com/@NewmontCorporation">Life at Newmont</a></span></span></p>
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