Mining Engineering Co-op Student – May 2026
Musselwhite Mine
Orla Mining is striving to be the emerging gold producer of choice with a geographically diversified asset base, a prospective development and exploration portfolio, an experienced management team with a successful track record, and a high-quality board and shareholder base.
Orla operates the Camino Rojo Oxide Gold Mine, a gold and silver open-pit heap leach mine, located in Zacatecas State, Central Mexico. This low-cost operation is 100% owned by Orla, covers over 139,000 hectares, and includes a large sulphide mineral endowment located beneath the oxide resources. We are also advancing permitting and development on our South Railroad Project, a feasibility-stage, open-pit heap leach project located on the prolific Carlin trend in Nevada. This project is part our larger South Carlin Complex which includes a prospective land package. We recently acquired the Musselwhite Mine located in Northern Ontario on Lake Opapimiskan, a gold mine with more than 25 years of operating history. The addition of Musselwhite has allowed Orla to more than double our gold production and provide a strategic entry into a Tier 1 mining jurisdiction. The Musselwhite Mine is highly prospective with potential to expand resources and mine life for years to come.
Orla is building a legacy of excellence, respect and sustainable value through responsible gold mining. We are striving to create a net positive benefit for all and leaving a legacy beyond the life of our mines. We do this through building and operating high quality mines supported and led by an experienced team. We are custodians of the assets we run and the environments in which we operate, and we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, care, and respect.
Purpose
Reports directly to the Engineering Supervisor. We are looking for undergraduate mining engineering students who want to gain valuable mine site experience through 16 month work placement.
Responsibilities include:
Gain exposure in underground Mine Survey techniques and assist in cavity monitor surveys of the workings
Assist Mine Planners in producing development, stoping and drill and blast designs following engineering best practices and standards
Assist Ventilation Technicians in conducting ventilation surveys and determining ventilation requirements
Comply with all safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Skills and Experience:
Co-op eligible undergraduate student heading into their 3rd or 4th year of a mining engineering program
Excellent communication skills (oral, written, listening)
Strong facilitation and presentation skills
Ability to positively interact with co-workers and team members
Ability to work with a diverse mix of cultures
Willingness and capability to work in and adapt to a fast-paced, safe production oriented setting
Working Conditions
The work schedule for this position is 14 on, 14 days off, working 12-hour days. The work term begins in May 2026 for an 16- month period.
