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We operate upstream mining and processing operations in Brazil and the USA, midstream metal-making operations in the UK and France, and downstream magnet-making facilities in the USA.\nOur vision is to be \"The Critical Elements of Progress. Delivered Responsibly. At Global Scale.\" We are committed to delivering a secure, sustainable supply of rare earths and critical materials that power the modern world, with an uncompromising commitment to responsible practice. The organization operates a devolved model designed for rapid, scalable growth and the development of entrepreneurial leaders.\nOur organizational model is based on the principle of clear accountability and the creation of entrepreneurial enclaves which define business units reflecting the natural components of our supply chain. Each Business Unit retains a profit motive and the responsibly to deliver shareholder returns. However, this cannot occur at the expense of overall Group value.\nWhat you can expect:\nAt USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:\nBuild Solutions: If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution-oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways.\nDeliver Quality: When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top-tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.\nLead responsibly: We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.\nWin Together: Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking - and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.\nPosition Summary\nWe are seeking a Mining Engineering Intern to support the development of a new surface rare earth mining operation at the Round Top Mine in Sierra Blanca, Texas. This onsite role will provide hands-on exposure to mine planning, engineering analysis, site development, and field activities as the project advances toward construction and future operations. The intern will work alongside mining, geology, processing, and project development teams to support the development of a critical minerals project.\nKey Responsibilities\nSupport mine planning and design activities for a developing surface rare earth mine.\nAssist with pit design, mine sequencing, haul roads, material movement, and production planning.\nAnalyze geological and mine planning data to support engineering and development decisions.\nAssist with mine development studies, engineering evaluations, cost estimates, and technical documentation.\nSupport field investigations, surveying, site assessments, and other data collection activities.\nPrepare maps, drawings, reports, spreadsheets, and other engineering deliverables.\nCollaborate with geology, mineral processing, environmental, permitting, and project teams.\nSupport the evaluation and development of practical, safe, and efficient mining methods for rare earth ore.\nRequired Qualifications\nCurrently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Mining Engineering or a related engineering discipline.\nStrong academic foundation in surface mining, mine planning, engineering principles, or related coursework.\nStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.\nAbility to work safely and effectively in both office and field environments.\nPreferred Qualifications\nCoursework or experience in surface mine design, mine planning, production engineering, or critical minerals.\nFamiliarity with mining engineering software, CAD, GIS, or mine planning tools.\nPrevious mining, geology, engineering, or field experience.\nInterest in rare earth elements, critical minerals, and the development of domestic mineral resources.\n\nPhysical Demands\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, move, sit, carry, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, lift, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel and talk and hear. May be required to lift and move boxes or packages not exceeding 50 pounds in weight. Some work stress inherent to the position and extended work hours may be required.\nWork Environment:\nThe work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment, construction site, and active mining site. This work will be performed on-site at Round Top Mountain, including on drilling pads, and in the on-site core storage facility.\nNoise level:\nExposure will vary and include normal office noise, mining site noise (i.e. drilling activity and heavy equipment noise), and construction site noise depending on project phase and location.\nPhysical Demands\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, move, sit, carry, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, lift, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel and talk and hear. May be required to lift and move boxes or packages not exceeding 20 pounds in weight. Some work stress inherent to the position and extended work hours may be required.\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. \nUSA Rare Earth proudly supports Equal Employment Opportunities.All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 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