Spring 2027 Geotechnical Laboratory Intern

Call & Nicholas, Inc.

Tucson, AZOn-sitePart time, Internship
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Tucson, AZ
Work style
On-site
Job type
Part time, Internship
Posted
Nov 9
1 day ago
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About the company

Call & Nicholas, Inc.

Mining · 51 to 200 employees

CALL & NICHOLAS (CNI) is an international mining consulting firm that specializes in geological engineering, geotechnical engineering, and hydrogeology. We have been providing a wide range of engineering services to the mining industry for over 44 years. Today, a full staff of geotechnical engineers, engineering geologists, hydrogeologists and technicians, with experience in both open-pit and underground mining, provides expertise in:

○Feasibility studies ○Open-pit slope angle recommendations ○Underground rock mechanics and mining method selection ○Open-pit and underground displacement monitoring ○Cost-benefit analysis ○Hydrogeologic evaluation and recommended dewatering plans ○Waste dump and tailings dam stability evaluations ○Site investigation and foundation design for waste dumps, leach pads, and water-retention dams ○Engineering geology ○Geotechnical instrumentation and blast vibration monitoring ○Operations improvement and training for blasting and construction ○Evaluation of the mechanical properties of geologic materials ○Foundation recommendations for mine facilities

CNI provides geotechnical engineering services for domestic and international mining projects of all types and sizes. Our clients’ needs range from small projects and feasibility studies, requiring only basic technical assistance and evaluation, to full rock mechanics studies, requiring considerable field work, data collection, follow-up monitoring, and evaluation. To help our clients reduce their costs, we work closely with the on-site technical personnel on all projects, providing training and supervision as necessary. CNI is committed to providing our clients with the highest level of service and the most cost-effective solutions to each individual design problem. CNI’s outstanding reputation has been built on the expertise and integrity of our staff and their dedication to excellence.

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What you'll do

  • The intern will prepare rock and soil samples using shop equipment and perform classification and strength testing.
  • Additional duties include specimen photography, description of test specimens, and data entry.

What you need

  • Candidates must be actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in geology, geological engineering, geotechnical engineering, or mining engineering.
  • Applicants are required to be locally based in Tucson, AZ and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Education: a bachelor's degree or a postgraduate degree

Key skills

Geotechnical engineeringLaboratory testingRock sample preparationSoil sample preparationData entrySpecimen photographyStrength testingClassification testingPower toolsRock sawsSurface grindersBelt sanders

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Company Description Call & Nicholas is an internationally recognized geotechnical engineering firm based in Tucson, AZ that provides consulting services to clients in the mining industry. CNI has been in existence since 1979 and employs engineers, geologists, and support staff. We are an industry leader in geotechnical services and proud to be 100% employee owned. Job Description We are seeking a Spring 2027 Geotechnical Laboratory Intern to join our consulting group based in Tucson, AZ. This job requires the applicant to be locally based in Tucson, AZ. Work will include: Preparation of rock and soil samples, including usage of shop equipment such as rock saws, surface grinders, belt sanders and power tools Performing and assisting with classification and strength testing for rock and soil Photography and description of test specimens Data entry Other duties as required Qualifications Actively pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in geology, geological engineering, geotechnical engineering or mining engineering. No previous experience required All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S Additional Information Schedule: part time not to exceed 29 hours per week, normal business hours.

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