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5H

Mining Engineer Intern

50065 Heidelberg Materials Midwest Agg, Inc.McCook, IL🇺🇸United StatesPosted 11 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Gain invaluable hands-on experience supporting daily mining and production operations at a global leader in building materials, with opportunities to contribute to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. This hybrid role is perfect for driven individuals with a keen interest in engineering and a collaborative spirit, offering a fantastic launchpad for your career in the industry.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Entry Level
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
McCook, IL, United States
Posted
23 hours ago

Job Description

Line of Business: Other

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Support daily aggregate mining and production operations through hands-on field experience.
  • Assist with safety, environmental, and operational compliance initiatives.
  • Collect, analyze, and report operational data to support continuous improvement efforts.
  • Collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional teams on production and maintenance projects.
  • Participate in problem-solving activities that improve operational efficiency, quality, and performance.

What Are We Looking For

  • Demonstrated interest in mining, geology, engineering, construction materials, or related fields.
  • Ability to analyze information, identify solutions, and support operational decision-making.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work across diverse groups.
  • Commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
  • Ability to adapt, learn quickly, and perform effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.

Work Environment

  • Work is performed in both office and outdoor aggregate mining environments.
  • Regular exposure to varying weather conditions, moving equipment, and active production areas.
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in designated work areas.
  • Moderate walking, standing, climbing, and lifting may be required throughout the internship.
  • Travel between operational areas within the site may be necessary.

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
  • Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
    • Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
    • Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    • AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
    • Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.

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As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.

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