Vacation Student - Open Pit Mine Geology
Join Evolution Mining's 12-week paid Vacation Program and gain hands‐on experience at one of Australia's leading gold producers.
From day one, you'll work alongside experienced professionals, apply what you're learning at uni, and contribute to mining operations while building skills that will kick‐start your career.
What you'll gain
12 weeks of paid industry experience (December to February)
Hands‐on exposure to open pit mining and operational geology
Mentoring from experienced geologists and mining professionals
Real projects that make an impact
Networking opportunities across our operations
A strong foundation for a future career in mining.
About the role
In the Vacation Student – Open Pit Mine Geology role, you'll gain hands‐on experience supporting production and grade control activities within an active mining workplace.
Working alongside experienced geologists, you'll contribute to projects that help maximise resource recovery and support secure, effective mining operations.
Some of your work may include:
Assist with grade control drilling and sampling programs
Support geological mapping and ore mark‐up activities
Collect, validate and interpret geological data
Contribute to orebody interpretation and geological modelling




Assist with reconciliation and production reporting activities
Support geological database management and data quality processes
Work closely with mining and processing teams to support operational decision‐making.
Program location
Cowal Gold Operations, NSW
Located near West Wyalong in Central New South Wales, Cowal is one of Australia's largest open pit gold mines, offering students exposure to a large‐scale mining operation within a supportive regional community.
Roster: 5:2/4:3
Included: Subsidised accommodation, flights at the commencement and conclusion of the program, plus return travel home during the festive period.
About you
We're looking for motivated students who are curious, hands‐on and keen to grow their technical skills.
You'll be:
Studying Geology, Geoscience or a related discipline
Demonstrating an interest in mining geology and open pit operations
A strong problem‐solver with analytical thinking skills
A confident communicator and team player
Willing to live and work in a regional mining environment
Hold a valid manual driver's licence
A supportive team that values safety, innovation and continuous improvement.
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📌 Vacation Student - Open Pit Mine Geology (New South Wales)
🏢 Evolution Mining
📍 New South Wales