Geology Intern

Description

The Geology Intern assists and advises on the geological aspects of development and production processes related to mining for copper, silver and gold. The Geology Intern is responsible for assisting with analyzing the geological makeup of the Milford Copper Skarn and assisting with production and ore control duties from the mining operations. 

Essential Functions

• Will be responsible for assessing and analyzing geological data in order to advise on short-term and long-term mine production and brownfields exploration plans.
• Ensure all procedures adhere to site-wide health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• This is a very flexible position and targeted towards someone with an ability to adapt to rapidly changing work priorities. 
• Other duties and tasks as assigned and needed.

Work activities

• Collecting and analyzing data obtained from drilling operations
• In-pit mapping, blasthole logging, and map creation with subsequent comparison to local/regional geology
• Sample collection (including from drilling activities and grab samples from pit-areas), preparation, shipment, and assay review, including QAQC verification
• Using software to generate geological maps, cross-sections, and strip-logs
• Standardizing both historical and contemporary data to ensure consistency 
• Participating in discussions around geological findings, ideas, and interpretations
• Maintaining site-wide communication and co-operation with other Milford employees with a range of expertise including other geologists, engineers, metallurgy experts and mine workers
• Keeping up to date with current geological research
• Producing written reports and summaries as required

Skills & Competencies 

• Knowledge of and enthusiasm for geology
• Passion for learning, and a willingness to think outside the box.
• Be a highly motivated self-starter
• Have a flexible mindset when it comes to taking on tasks outside range of normal duties.
• Ability to work as part of a team with people from both within and outside the geology department. 
• Be able to search for and apply data from multiple sources in analyzing project data and problem solving. 
• Consistent and methodical approach to geological data collection.
• Must have good computer skills and be proficient with Microsoft Office. 
• Be able to communicate effectively, and possess good time-management and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with software packages such as ioGas, ArcGIS (or similar GIS program), and any 3D modeling packages (e.g Surpac, Datamine, Minesite, Vulcan, Micromine) helpful but not required. 

Compensation:

Depending on experience and skill set of the individual the compensation will consist of a competitive base salary.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching. Exerting 20 to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 10 to 25 lbs. of force frequently and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion. Physical demand requirements are greater than that required for Light Work. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

Travel between buildings on the property will be required at times.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Registered in an undergraduate degree in geology, geoscience or a related subject is required.