Process Engineering Intern Mining - Newcastle, Australia - WSP Australia

WSP Australia

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Newcastle, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Ongoing paid internship | Full time, permanent role offered upon graduation

Work on innovative, diverse projects | On the job training
GradAustralia Top 100 employer | AAGE Top 75 graduate employer

Join our team of intelligent and collaborative Changemakers and make mark on tomorrow In this role, you will work with our Technical Leaders on local and national projects as a Process Intern.

You will develop your future ready skills across a diverse range of projects within the mining industry as we look transition and support our clients to pursue responsible mining practices for a greener future.

This is your chance to make an impact as engage your knowledge of process/chemical engineering principles and support your peers and managers in conceptual design and engineering, project management and stakeholder engagement.

You will work with industry leaders to make an impression and influence the designs of the future.

At WSP, we are committed to nurturing and developing the next generation of diverse Changemakers through mentorship and structured development programs.

Being part of an inclusive global firm, you will have access to a variety of opportunities, and the support you need to progress your career and make your mark from day one.

Our Mining team helps clients optimise performance, boost profitability, and operate responsibly.

We have a comprehensive understanding of the mining industry and current issues including decarbonisation and understand future ready strategies are critical to countering these issues, capitalising on opportunities, and adding value to businesses.

Our recent projects include:

Glencore Surat Hydrogen Project
Life of mine tailing research and design multiple sites

What you will do:

Your path as an intern will be a blend of training and on the job learning which will enhance your professional, personal and relationship building skills, providing you with a wide range of development opportunities on your journey to become an emerging professional and beyond

You will:

Learn about the Mining sector and the fundamentals of Process/Chemical Engineering, delivering excellence in designs that result in more sustainable and resilient solutions
Support and be part of a large team working on front end studies, process plant designs, planning, material, equipment selection and cost whilst incorporating engineering principles in accordance with the Australian Standards and Codes
Learn new skills such as using design software packages and Project Management
Attend site meetings, site inspections, liaising with clients and internal stakeholders

About you:

In your penultimate, final year at university or have graduated
Studying (or graduated with) a Chemical or Process Engineering Degree or related discipline
Available to work between 35 days a week
A resume
A cover letter, no longer than one page (A4) explaining why you are interested in the mining sector

About WSP:

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms, bringing together approximately 4,500 talented people across 14 offices in Australia.

We have committed to halving the carbon footprint of our designs and advice by 2030. Our sustainable solutions and Future Ready projects will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

We are recognised as a GradAustralia Top 100 employer and an AAGE Top 75 graduate employer. Our vibrant workplace culture is an important part of what makes our firm a great place to work.

Join the Emerging Professionals Network, an active group focused on helping you to develop your leadership skills and professional networks.

WSP prioritises the health and wellbeing of our people by offering flexible working, 12 weeks parental leave, opportunities for global mobility, purchased additional leave, and competitive remuneration among many more benefits designed to help you shine.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse, and equal opportunity workplace. We promote Indigenous voices and are actively delivering a 'Stretch' level Reconciliation Action Plan.

Accredited by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice, we also support the LGBTIQA+ community, and encourage all employees to bring their whole selves to work.

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