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Vacation Student - Process Engineering

Employer
Wood
Location
Perth, Washington, Australia
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Aug 21, 2021

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Category
Engineering, Mill & Metallurgy
Work Term
Student/Graduate
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English
Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is currently recruiting for a Vacation Student studying studying Chemical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering to join our Mining and Minerals team. This role is offered as a three month assignment based in Perth. Wood is leading some of the world's most technically challenging mining and minerals projects across a range of commodities, including the new wave of battery metal opportunities .

Our summer Vacation Program is designed for students looking for an early kick-start to their career. This particular program is available to students studying a degree in Chemical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering and ideally looking to move into the engineering industry within the mining space. A position such as this enables you to put what you've learned in the classroom into practice and gain valuable exposure to the workplace so you may experience first-hand what it's like to work on real projects prior to graduation .

Our paid 12-week Program has been specifically designed to give you hands-on experience and immersive development and learning opportunities. It also feeds into our Wood Graduate Program, which means if you perform well in the Program, you'll be considered for early offers and will join us when you graduate .

Skills / Qualifications

To be eligible for a vacation position you will meet following criteria :
  • Currently studying Chemical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering
  • Able to demonstrate that you are a strong communicator - you can clearly articulate your ideas, your passion and perspective both in person and in writing
  • Be willing to actively learn new things - you will be open-minded, a quick learner and a naturally curious person and we are particularly interested in students who are open to developing their technical skills
  • Contribute as a team player and thrive in a collaborative environment, engaging with others and equally work independently when appropriate
  • Value openness, empathy and inclusivity - at Wood we've built a culture where everyone can bring their whole and authentic self to work
  • Be available to work full-time for a 12-week period from December 2021 to February 2022

Please note applicants must be Australian Citizens or hold Permanent Residency (PR) visa to be eligible for consideration for this position.

When applying, please ensure you provide the following, uploaded in one document (Word or PDF):
  • Detailed version of your CV
  • Covering Letter
  • Scanned copy of your academic transcript

Applications will close 11:59pm WST on Sunday, August 29, 2021.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 45,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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