RESPEC has an opening for a temporary part-time engineering intern in the Mining & Energy Division in the Rapid City, South Dakota, office.

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

The intern will be expected to work 40 hours a week during the summer. Primary activities will be geothermal resource analysis using GEOPHIRES, TOUGH3, and ArcGIS. Secondary activities will be Python coding and general reservoir modeling support. The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of experienced engineering staff in these areas.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Must be a senior or graduate level and working toward a bachelor of science or advanced degree in geology, geological engineering, or petroleum engineering or related field
• Strong computer skills, ArcGIS software experience is required 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, be able to communicate effectively in writing and orally, and be self-motivated.

Compensation: Hourly wage depends on education and experience, plus statutory insurance requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.