Newcrest Vacation Program

The Newcrest Vacation Program is a 12 week placement from December to February which offers you the opportunity to gain practical work experience in the mining industry prior to the completion of your degree.

Be where it's at

At Newcrest, we're dedicated to being the 'Miner of choice' for talented students just like you. The Newcrest Vacation Program is a 12 week placement from December to February which offers you the opportunity to gain practical work experience in the mining industry prior to the completion of your degree.

Choosing to spend time at a world-class Newcrest mine site is a voyage of discovery where you'll find out what the mining industry is like, and gain hands-on career experience.

At the completion of your Vacation Program, following manager assessments, high performing vacation students have the opportunity to be fast-tracked through a final selection process for placement on our Graduate Program.

Ready for the adventure?

Opportunities for Vacation students span VIC, NSW, WA and QLD. If you need to move to take up your placement on the Vacation Program, we offer relocation support including rental assistance, and return flights for you at the commencement and completion of your program.

If you're a student in the following disciplines, we want to hear from you:

  • Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mining & Geotechnical)
  • Geology
  • Metallurgy
  • Survey
  • Environmental Science
  • Occupational Health & Safety
  • Accounting/Finance

You will need to be adventurous and have the personality, resourcefulness, and acumen to succeed, whatever the challenge.

For your application to be considered you must apply online at www.newcrestgraduates.com.au.

Key Dates

2013 Graduate Program
Open – 27 February 2012
Close – 06 April 2012

2012/13 Vacation Program
Open – 09 July 2012
Close – 17 August 2012

How to apply

For your application to be considered for the Newcrest Vacation Program you must apply online here within the application dates. Any applications submitted after the application closing date or via email will not be considered.

For inquiries not covered in the FAQ section of this website, email graduates@newcrest.com.au