Mining engineers find new ways to improve mining operations and use and preserve natural resources. The world depends on mining engineers to advance all aspects of mineral extraction, from mine design and transfer of materials to land reclamation. Students in the Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering program immerse themselves in specific areas of study, such as mine operations, geomechanics, sustainable resources and mineral processing. They gain work experience in the student-run San Xavier Underground Mine and network with industry leaders through the J. David Lowell Institute of Mineral Resources and national professional societies. Paid internships and sponsored capstone projects provide opportunities for undergraduates to work with mining and energy companies and equipment firms. Graduates are well prepared for fast entry into jobs around the globe.