Metallurgical/Chemical Engineering Co-Op Program

Are you a metallurgical/chemical engineering student interested in a co-op placement with the single largest gold-mining complex in the world?  Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is seeking a highly-motivated student for an exclusive opportunity! 

Gain invaluable experience, while building your professional network in a team committed to your success. Let us help you reach your career goals! 

Responsibilities: 

• Work closely with production and maintenance supervision, along with outside departments, to ensure environmental compliance, safe functionality of the plant operation, and maintenance of equipment. 

• Assist with projects through all aspects of experimental design, engineering, construction, and commissioning. 

• Support automation initiatives targeting data collection and/or process variance control. 

• Support regular process assessments to identify opportunities to maximize throughput and/or decrease production/maintenance costs. 

• Intervene, as necessary, to ensure the health and safety of all employees, as well as protect the environment and NGM assets. 

Qualifications: 

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate metallurgy/chemical engineering program (required).

• Completion of at least two years of undergraduate studies (required).

• Minimum eight-month commitment starting in January 2027 (required).

• Ability to research, analyze information, and draw conclusions (required). 

• Knowledge of commonly used water treatment process/techniques (preferred). 

• Strong Microsoft Office skills (required). 

• Basic knowledge of modelling/simulation tools (JKSIMMET, METSIM) (preferred). 

• Knowledge of the basic principles and methods used in complex gold metallurgical and processing analysis (asset).

• Ability to collaborate with multiple departments and manage several projects simultaneously (required).

• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills (required). 

What We Can Offer You: 

• Competitive pay. 

• Fully furnished housing and personal vehicle.

• Return travel.