Vacation Student - Mining Engineer

About the Role

In the Vacation Student – Mining Engineer role, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting mine planning and operational activities across our mining operations. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll contribute to projects that help optimise production, improve efficiency and support safe mining practices.

Program locations

Cowal Gold Operations, NSW Located near West Wyalong in Central New South Wales, Cowal is one of Australia's largest open pit gold mines, offering students exposure to a large-scale mining operation within a supportive regional community.

Roster

• 5:2/4:3

Included

• Subsidised accommodation
• Flights at the commencement and conclusion of the program
• Return travel home during the festive period

What you'll gain

• 12 weeks of paid industry experience (December to February)
• Hands-on exposure to mining operations and technical services
• Mentoring from experienced mining engineers and industry professionals
• Real projects that make an impact
• Networking opportunities across our operations
• A strong foundation for a future career in mining

About you

We're looking for motivated students who are curious, hands-on and keen to grow their technical skills.

You'll be

• Studying Mining Engineering or a related discipline
• Demonstrating an interest in mining operations and mine planning
• A strong problem-solver with analytical thinking skills
• A confident communicator and team player
• Willing to live and work in a regional mining environment
• Hold a valid manual driver's licence

Start your next chapter

If you're ready to gain real industry experience, build your network and take the next step towards a career in mining engineering, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now

Apply now and discover what's possible.