Summer Student

MTW Employment Services; Location (WV); On-site; USD 15,082 - 20,109; Full time

Job summary

Equinox Gold is looking for Summer Students to assist with various aspects of the mine operation based in Ontario. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma or GED, and demonstrate skills such as strong communication and teamwork. Responsibilities include identifying safety hazards and developing practical mining industry experience. This role requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions and offers a chance to learn in a growing mining company committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Punctuality and regular attendance are required.
• Able to work positively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team with various aspects of the mine.
• Identify potential safety hazards and address them.
• Develop hands-on experience in the mining industry.

Skills

Knowledge of and interest in the mining industry

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work independently

Critical and analytical thinker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Equinox Gold is a growth-focused Canadian mining company operation in the Americas, with projects in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Nicaragua. We have five operating gold mines and a clear path to achieve more than one million ounces of annual gold production from a pipeline of development and expansion projects. Equinox Gold’s team of proven and experienced mining professionals identify promising assets and develop them into world-class mines that operate to the highest environmental, social and safety standards. We are looking for individuals who want to be part of this high-functioning team and are committed to the Company’s success, just as we are dedicated to developing our people. We invite you to join our team as Equinox Gold works to achieve its vision of becoming the premier Americas gold producer.

Job Summary

We are seeking Summer Students to join our team. Summer Students will be responsible for assisting the team with various aspects of the mine.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

This position is a local position based in Geraldton, Ontario on a 7/7 rotation, or Monday – Friday depending on departmental needs.

Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Knowledge of and interest in the mining industry.
• Ability and desire to develop skills.
• Ability and desire to develop hands‑on experience in the mining industry.
• Be a real team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be a self‑starter with the ability to work independently and take direction.
• Identify potential safety hazards and work with management to correct them in conjunction with always working safely in all areas.
• Critical and analytical thinker.
• Relevant work, co‑op or research experience, is considered an asset.
• Ability to work safely at a remote site and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Required Experience and Skill Set

• Punctuality and regular attendance are required.
• Able to work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
• Able to work positively within a team.

Job Conditions

• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.

Certifications

• Valid driver’s license is an asset.

Education

• High school diploma, General Education Development (GED), or combination of education and work‑related experience.