Waihi Summer Internship – Surveyor

OceanaGold Corporation; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Mentoring by senior professionals

Coaching & development

Living Our Values program

Job summary

OceanaGold Corporation invites talented surveying students to join the Waihi operation for a paid internship. You will support the Survey team, gain hands-on experience on surface and underground projects, and present learnings to Site Management at the internship’s end.

The program runs roughly from mid-November to mid-February, with 7:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday–Friday shifts and 50-hour weeks, in Coromandel’s Waihi region.

Qualifications

• Ideally have accommodation options at Waihi or surrounding areas
• Full Class 1 Drivers licence (ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred)
• Unrestricted New Zealand working rights
• Available from mid-November 2026 through to mid-February 2027
• In your 2nd last or final year of role-related study
• Studying towards a Diploma or Bachelor of Surveying
• Current & strong academic performance and a passion for your chosen field
• Effective communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

• Placement within the Survey team doing a variety of field and office based tasks on the surface and underground, across all areas of the operation
• Gaining practical experience in your chosen field of study by working on diverse projects assigned by department managers and team members
• Presenting your experiences and key learnings to the Site Management Team at the conclusion of the internship, showcasing your growth and achievements

Job description

OceanaGold is aglobal intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience.We have four operating mines – Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and aglobal workforce of ~ 5 , 400 employees and contractors.

Our people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be atrusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value.We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE:OGC).

Our Waihi Operation in the North Island of New Zealand is an underground gold mine.Arecent consent for the Waihi North Project, anew mine to be developed 6 km north of the existing operation has provided along-term extension of mine life providing our 400 + staff and contractors, and the people of Waihi, an assurance that we plan to be here for thelong-term.

Job Description

Are you atalented and ambitious student studying towards aDiploma or Bachelor of Surveying looking to gain practical experience in your field of study? We have the perfect opportunity for you to join our Survey team atOceanaGold working at our Waihioperation.

This paid internship opportunity will run approximately from mid-November through to mid-February (dependent on exam timetable of the successful applicant) working with our talented Survey team on-site at Waihi. The hours of work are 7 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm, Monday to Friday, 10 hour shifts. You get your weekends off to explore the stunningCoromandel!

What will you bedoing?

• Gaining practical experience in your chosen field of study by working on diverse projects assigned by department managers and teammembers.
• Participating in various group activities and projects with other Interns, providing you with awell-rounded knowledge of the miningprocess.
• Presenting your experiences and key learnings to the Site Management Team at the conclusion of the internship, showcasing your growth and achievements.

Specific project work will involve:

• Experience what it is like to work as aSurveyor in the mining industry within NZ. You will have the opportunity to work alongside our surveyors on awide variety of tasks using many different types of surveying equipment andtechnology.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Placement within the Survey team doing a variety of field and office based tasks on the surface and underground, across all areas of theoperation.

Why Choose OurInternship?

Hands-on Experience: You will have the chance to apply the knowledge and skills you’ve acquired during your tertiary studies in apractical mining environment. Working alongside ateam of experts, you’ll gain valuable insights and hands-on experience that will boost yourcareer.

Mentorship and Coaching: Our team of professionals will be there to mentor and guide you throughout the internship. Learn from the best in the industry and grow both personally and professionally.

Collaborative Environment: Building strong relationships with colleagues and other interns is an integral part of our program. Collaborate, network, and contribute to the success of the team as you work on exciting projectstogether.

Qualifications

What do Ineed, to join the Internprogram?

• Ideally have accommodation options at Waihi or surrounding areas
• Full Class 1 Drivers licence (ability to drive manual vehicles ispreferred)
• Unrestricted New Zealand workingrights
• Available from mid-November 2026 through to mid-February 2027
• In your 2 nd last or final year of role-related study
• Studying towards aDiploma or Bachelor ofSurveying
• Current &strong academic performance and apassion for your chosenfield
• Effective communication, interpersonal and teamworkskills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Additional Information

• Monday to Friday, 10 hour shifts, working 50 hours perweek
• Hours of work are 7 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm
• Live and work in the stunning Coromandel region ofNZ
• Based at our Waihi Operation, one of New Zealand’s largest goldmines
• Work on “ real-life” projects, related to your field ofstudy
• Benefit from the coaching and mentoring of senior mining professionals
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued andrespected

Applications close 8 October 2026 . Shortlisting will commence immediately.

YOU MATTER: OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believeavariety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success.