Entry Level Mine Geologist Jobs
New grad mine geologist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or field-mapping projects can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Mining & Natural Resources and Chemicals & Materials, with employers like SSR Mining, ASARCO, and Martin Marietta hiring at this level now.
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- Perform and/or support mine planning for open pit and sand and gravel operations
- Lead continuous improvement in mine planning through the development and maintenance of standards and best practices
- Working with operations management and other operation services groups to develop short, mid-range, and life-of-mine plans for operations quarries, pits, and mines
- Analyzing geological data and recommend optimal extraction sequences and equipment utilization
- Conducting feasibility studies and economic evaluations to assess the viability of new mining projects
- Monitoring and tracking mining progress, identifying and addressing deviations and recommending reconciliation plans
- Collaborating with operations and operations support teams on the execution of mine plans
- Providing creative solutions for mine planning and site development, as well as cost-effective options for operations management
Requirements:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in mining, geological, or civil engineering
- Have 2+ years of experience in mine planning, preferably for aggregate or industrial mineral mining operations
- Have experience in developing mine plans for surface and underground operations
- Have experience with exploration drilling and geologic interpretation
- Possess or can obtain a professional engineering (PE) or geology (PG) license
Qualifications/Skills:
- Strong commitment to leadership in the Company’s world-class safety culture
- Experience in mine planning utilizing Carlson, GEOVIA, and/or MAPTEK Mining software programs; experience with Carlson preferred
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, GIS applications, and Microsoft Office computer skills
- Knowledge and experience with Stonemont, Plant Flow, and/or Aggflow software a plus
- Experience operating UAVs/drones for mine sites, including conducting site surveys and measuring stockpiles. FAA Part 107 certification and experience with Propeller area
- Superb time management and judgment skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including report writing
- Strong interpersonal skills; self-motivated with the ability to work productively in both individual and group settings
- Through strategic thinking, manage and create easy-to-follow plans to guide site planning and development
- Project management and practical application experience; experience in capital project support and/or management
- Out-of-town travel required
Responsibilities:
- Perform and/or support mine planning for open pit and sand and gravel operations
- Lead continuous improvement in mine planning through the development and maintenance of standards and best practices
- Working with operations management and other operation services groups to develop short, mid-range, and life-of-mine plans for operations quarries, pits, and mines
- Analyzing geological data and recommend optimal extraction sequences and equipment utilization
- Conducting feasibility studies and economic evaluations to assess the viability of new mining projects
- Monitoring and tracking mining progress, identifying and addressing deviations and recommending reconciliation plans
- Collaborating with operations and operations support teams on the execution of mine plans
- Providing creative solutions for mine planning and site development, as well as cost-effective options for operations management
Requirements:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in mining, geological, or civil engineering
- Have 2+ years of experience in mine planning, preferably for aggregate or industrial mineral mining operations
- Have experience in developing mine plans for surface and underground operations
- Have experience with exploration drilling and geologic interpretation
- Possess or can obtain a professional engineering (PE) or geology (PG) license
Qualifications/Skills:
- Strong commitment to leadership in the Company’s world-class safety culture
- Experience in mine planning utilizing Carlson, GEOVIA, and/or MAPTEK Mining software programs; experience with Carlson preferred
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, GIS applications, and Microsoft Office computer skills
- Knowledge and experience with Stonemont, Plant Flow, and/or Aggflow software a plus
- Experience operating UAVs/drones for mine sites, including conducting site surveys and measuring stockpiles. FAA Part 107 certification and experience with Propeller area
- Superb time management and judgment skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including report writing
- Strong interpersonal skills; self-motivated with the ability to work productively in both individual and group settings
- Through strategic thinking, manage and create easy-to-follow plans to guide site planning and development
- Project management and practical application experience; experience in capital project support and/or management
- Out-of-town travel required
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Entry Level Mine Geologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level mine geologist job?
Focus on field experience first: internships, university mapping projects, and cooperative education programs are what entry level hiring managers look for. Familiarity with geological software such as Leapfrog or ArcGIS, plus exposure to core logging or resource estimation, gives candidates a clear edge. Tailoring your resume to highlight any on-site fieldwork, even from coursework, helps your application stand out at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level mine geologists?
Companies hiring entry level mine geologists right now include SSR Mining, ASARCO, and Martin Marietta, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of major mining operators, junior exploration companies, and geological consulting firms that actively recruit new graduates to support active projects.
Are there remote entry level mine geologist jobs?
Yes, though most positions at this level are field-based or on-site. About 0% of entry level mine geologist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, typically covering data analysis, report writing, or GIS work that can be done off-site. Fully remote roles at the entry level are less common given the hands-on nature of geological field work.
Are these new grad mine geologist jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op placements toward that threshold, and may accept a strong academic portfolio in place of full-time work history. Look for language like "recent graduates encouraged to apply" or "entry level considered."
Which industries hire the most entry level mine geologists?
Entry Level mine geologist roles concentrate in Mining & Natural Resources and Chemicals & Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because active exploration programs, permitting cycles, and resource expansion projects consistently create openings for candidates who are earlier in their careers.