Building Your Mining Engineering Path?

Faculty members in the Department of Mining Engineering are at the forefront of next-generation mining technology and applications.

Through funding from the U.S. Department of Energy, the Alpha Foundation and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, researchers are making advances in rare earth element recovery, autonomous underground mining systems that improve safety and mitigate damage from underground coal mine explosions.

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Conceptual Skills: Definition, Examples, and How to Use Them on Your Resume

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How to Apply for a Job Online: 10 Tips to Stand Out and Land an Interview

Applying for jobs online has become the norm. Generally, it’s a win-win situation for both sides involved: Job seekers have a broad range of opportunities and the convenience of applying for multiple jobs from home, while employers can leverage automated …

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Career Resources

Contact & Location

Phone
(859) 257-9145
Address

UKY Pigman College of Engineering
Career and Co-op Center
353 F. Paul Anderson Tower
Lexington, KY 40506-0503

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Career & Co-op Center Hours Career Peer Drop-In Hours (Fall 2024)
Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Students do not need an appointment to meet with our Career Peers, but appointments with Zach and Betsy must be requested through Handshake,