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Nevada Gold Mines: Mine Engineering Co-Op Position Description: Are you a mining engineering student at a Canadian university interested in a co-op placement with the single largest gold-mining complex in the world? Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) - operated by Barrick - is seeking a highly-motivated student for an exclusive work-abroad opportunity. Spend 12 months gaining invaluable experience, while building your professional network in a team committed to your success. Let us help you reach your career goals. Responsibilities: Collaborate with the Technical Services Group which may include assignments in mine planning, geotechnical engineering, ventilation and construction engineering, survey, and geology. Assist with projects related to production and engineering activities including backfill, ventilation, utilities (air, water, power), QA/QC, and ground support engineering. Intervene, as necessary, to ensure the health and safety of all employees, as well as protect the environment and NGM assets. Qualifications: Enrollment in an undergraduate/graduate mining engineering program at a Canadian university (required). Eligibility for a TN Scientific Technician visa Must be age 21+ and possess a valid driver's license. Completion of at least two years of undergraduate studies (required). Knowledge of underground design tools, specifically Deswik and Vulcan (preferred). Strong Microsoft Office skills (required). Ability to collaborate with multiple departments and manage several projects simultaneously (required). Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills (required). Please note, Nevada Gold Mines does not currently help co-op students pursue, or accept co-op students with, Exchange visitor (J) visas. What We Can Offer You: Competitive pay and international healthcare coverage. Free, fully furnished housing (may be shared with other students). Paid return travel from Canada to the Elko, NV area. Legal assistance with preparing documentation for TN Scientific Technician visa application. Free bus transportation to and from the mine site. Personal Protective Equipment and gear (excludes required mining footwear). Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team. Endless professional development opportunities and preferential hiring. Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.