Geology Internship: Field Experience & Mining Insights

CSEA; South Australia; Remote; AUD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO opportunities

Job summary

BHP Geology Internship offers a 10–12 week summer program at one of our operational sites, letting you apply geology knowledge in real mining environments. You’ll learn from geologists and technical specialists, gain hands-on experience, and build professional connections while exploring future opportunities within BHP.

Open to students in Geology-related degrees, the program may include FIFO or local site options, with a focus on safety, learning, and career development within the resource

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in geology and how geological models aid mining decisions.
• Strong analytical and observational skills to interpret field data.
• Commitment to safety and safe operating practices in field and site work.
• Adaptability to work across field-based and office-based environments.
• Clear communication and teamwork with geologists, engineers and operations.

Responsibilities

• Spend 10–12 weeks at an operational site gaining hands-on experience.
• Collaborate with graduates, technical specialists and other interns.
• Engage with leaders across the business and gain exposure to mining lifecycle stages.
• Explore potential future roles in BHP's Geology Graduate Program.

Education

Geology / Geoscience degrees

Earth Sciences

Geophysics

Geoscience (Applied Geoscience)

Job description

BHP Geology Internship offers a 10–12 week summer program at one of our operational sites, letting you apply geology knowledge in real mining environments. You’ll learn from geologists and technical specialists, gain hands-on experience, and build professional connections while exploring future opportunities within BHP.

Open to students in Geology-related degrees, the program may include FIFO or local site options, with a focus on safety, learning, and career development within the resource