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Find information on funding & scholarships, internships, research opportunities, and student clubs & associations. And if you can’t find what you’re looking for, we’re here to help.
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Funding & Scholarships
The opportunities available in the mining field are limitless, but paying for it can present a challenge. We've compiled a list of scholarship opportunities to connect you with a variety of scholarship, grant, and financial aid opportunities tailored specifically for those pursuing studies in mining and mineral resources.
Internships
One of the many great opportunities with the School of Mining and Mineral Resources is the chance at testing the waters of a potential career with a student internship. Many interns have the opportunity to go to a mine site to do their internship. Companies invest in their interns. Interns also have an opportunity to learn many technical skills necessary for their field, including coding. Not only are there many opportunities for paid internships, some companies will also pay for housing and other expenses for interns living on-site.
Research Opportunities
Our undergraduate research hub was designed to support students and researchers, open the door to opportunities, and catalyze ground-breaking discoveries.
Student Clubs & Associations
Whether you are looking to find community, develop new skills, take on a leadership role, or network with professionals, the University of Arizona has several student clubs and professional associations related to mining & mineral resources for students to make connections.
Conferences & Field Trips
Learn more about the travel opportunities open to mining students at the UofA. These are great resources to skyrocket your career in this industry!
More about conferences & Field trips
Choose your experience:
⇒ Meet with a recruiter or professor
⇒ Talk to a current student
⇒ Schedule a UA campus mining tour
⇒ Sign-up for an Info Session or FREE Lunch & Learn
⇒ Or, customize your experience