Job Description

Our host company is an industry pioneer in Australia, combining over four decades of experience with family-led continuity in metallurgical and analytical excellence.

As a Metallurgical/Process Engineering Intern, you contribute directly to live projects across hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, mineral processing, and pilot plant operations You gain hands-on experience supporting process optimization, data analysis, and laboratory test work while collaborating with experienced engineers and technicians.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct
hydrometallurgical tests (leaching, ion exchange, precipitation) to evaluate and improve extraction performance
Support pyrometallurgical operations (roasting, calcination) to enhance material recovery
Perform comminution and separation techniques including crushing, grinding, gravity, and magnetic separation
Prepare samples for ICP, XRF, and XRD analysis and carry out PSD testing, SG measurement, and mass balance calculations
Operate and troubleshoot pilot plant equipment, contributing to scale-up trials and process refinement
Follow strict HSE protocols while handling hazardous chemicals like HSO, HCl, NaOH, and cyanide
Collaborate with metallurgists and engineers to identify inefficiencies and recommend technical improvements
Document process flowsheets, test results, and incident reports to support process development and safety

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's or Masters degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Proficient in Word and Excel; familiarity with Ansys or Aspen preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective team-working abilities.

Benefits of the Voluntary Professional Career Internship Program:

• Hands-on industry exposure to bridge the gap between education and employment with flexibility on a part time basis.
• There is a high potential for securing a job following the completion of the internship for the right talent.
• The placement fee is the lowest possible and is only charged if a successful placement is secured; there are no registration fees.
• You will have the opportunity to work alongside professionals in your industry, expanding your network, competencies, and career growth.
• This internship offers a wealth of knowledge and transferable skills that you can gain, and the host company will provide you with a work experience letter.

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