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| Geology Summer Intern - Nevada | |
| 6625BR | |
| Technical Services | |
| USA | |
| Nevada | |
| Round Mountain Mine Operation | |
| Intern |
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| Kinross is a Canadian-based gold mining company with its head office in Toronto, and mines and projects in the United States, Canada, Russia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Ghana and Mauritania, and employs approximately 7,000 people worldwide. Our core values are putting people first, outstanding corporate citizenship, high performance culture and rigorous financial discipline. We are dynamic, innovative, and passionate about who we are and how we work, and we do not compromise when it comes to doing the right thing in the communities where we operate. At Kinross, we pride ourselves on being skilled, responsible operators who strive not only to meet, but to exceed, regulatory requirements for both environmental and health and safety performance, wherever we operate. Putting people first is a core Kinross value, and our chief priority is to ensure the safety and well-being of every employee and contractor who works for us.
A large tonnage open pit operation, Round Mountain has earned commendations for its safety and environmental initiatives. Round Mountain is an open pit mining operation located in Nye County, Nevada. Gold production in the Round Mountain district dates back to 1906. A hundred years later, Round Mountain mine reached the significant milestone of 10 million ounces poured, achieved over a 20-year period. Most of the people who work at the mine live in the nearby communities of Hadley and Carvers. |
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| Kinross Gold Corporation is a Canadian-based senior gold mining company with 8 mining-friendly countries, with 10 operating mines and 5 high-quality development projects, more than 7,000 employees, and a market capitalization of approximately $19 billion.
Our objective is to attract and retain the best people in the industry. To support the increasing need for professionals in our US Operations, Kinross has developed a Summer Internship Program. Job Summary The position is meant to provide a college student studying geology practical work experience in the mining industry while assisting the geologic staff in routine tasks and in the completion of special projects while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross’ values. Essential Functions 1. Assists the staff geologist in pit mapping and ore control. 2. Assists the exploration geologist in field mapping and geochemical sampling. 3. Assists the staff geologist in slope monitoring and pit dewatering projects. 4. Performs drill rig sampling and drill monitoring, both in development and exploration drilling. 5. Assists the staff geologist on special projects (blasted muck movement, pit water chemistry, etc.). 6. Performs sample preparation, cataloging, and storage tasks. 7. Helps develop other department personnel to perform duties listed above. 8. Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality and code of conduct. 9. Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management. 10. Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance. 11. Works without risk or harm to self and others. 12. Punctuality and regular attendance required. 13. Performs other related functions as assigned by supervisor. |
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| 1. Must possess a professional attitude toward responsibilities.
2. Must be able to work with little or no direct supervision and work well with others. 3. Must be able to work in a safe manner and adhere to RMGC safety standards. 1. Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills. 2. General understanding of mining operations, as well as limited understanding of milling and maintenance operations. 3. Working knowledge and skill with P.C. utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. 4. Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management. 5. Ability to work independently and also as a member of the management team. 6. Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational and technical writing skills. 7. Minimum of 2 years towards Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 year experience geology or related degree program. 8. Must be 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis. 9. Requires valid driver’s license. Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements · Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations. · Have a strong commitment to safe working practices. · Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment. · Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions. · Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements. Kinross Competencies · Strategic Effectiveness Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value. · External Engagement Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage. · Business Focus Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships. · Living the Kinross Values Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles. This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. |
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| All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Kinross is an equal opportunity employer. |
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| 31-Mar-2015 | |
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Geology Summer Intern - Nevada (Round Mountain, NV, US)
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