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Do you enjoy working on dynamic projects around the world? Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your education and develop your skills with a company that has a long-standing reputation for technical excellence? Do you want to be part of a team that will support your growth and professional development? If so, we invite you to learn more about Knight Piésold and our Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.
Knight Piésold is a specialized international consulting firm offering engineering services in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower and Water Resources. We are proud of the longstanding relationships we have with our clients and delivery of exceptional services on a global scale.
You will be joining a reputable, well-established global consulting firm with over 100 years of industry experience.
We believe in the One Team approach, with everyone working together toward achieving a shared goal. Our engineers develop their skills through working on diverse projects, our knowledge-sharing culture, career mentoring program and collaborating with top professionals in the industry.
Real-world engineering experience supporting mining and infrastructure projects.
Mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers and technical specialists.
Experience using industry-standard engineering software and practices.
Opportunities to support projects across North America and internationally.
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Under the guidance of experienced engineers, you may support a variety of mechanical engineering projects related to mining, water resources, and hydropower infrastructure, including:
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Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's or PhDin Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline. Students entering their junior year, senior year, or graduate studies are encouraged to apply.
Strong interest in developing engineering and technical skills in a consulting environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Work will be in both an office and field environment with potential travel to various outdoor sites determined by project needs. Adherence to safety standards including those of the firm, MSHA, OSHA is mandatory.
Knight Piésold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
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Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to Denver@knightpiesold.com or please call us at 1-303-629-8788 between the hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm MST, Monday-Friday.
Employee-owned global engineering and environmental consulting firm serving mining, power, water resources, and infrastructure clients.
Visit company websiteJobs and hiring trendsUSD 25-30 hourly / hour
Internship, Full Time, Temporary
Entry
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