BHP WA Nickel Internship at BHP

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering, Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Geochemistry, Conservation Biology, Hydrogeology, Project Management, Communication, Teamwork, Safety Commitment

Industry

mining

Description

About BHP At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success. Come and be a part of this success.WA Nickel Student Casual Internships – Real-World Experience in Mining and Resources Why this Role? Are you entering your penultimate or final year of university in 2026 and curious about how your skills could contribute to the future of mining? Our Casual Intern Program at WA Nickel offers a unique paid opportunity to gain hands-on experience, work on real projects, and learn from some of the best in the industry — all while continuing your studies. WA Nickel is currently in temporary suspension, creating a rare environment where you’ll be exposed to complex, strategic challenges not typically available in standard internships. Whether it’s preparing for a potential restart, planning for closure, or supporting transition activities, you’ll be part of something meaningful. Why Western Australia Nickel? At BHP, we’re shaping the future of mining through innovation, sustainability and inclusion. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to creating opportunities that help you grow, learn and make a real impact — even before you graduate. What You'll be Responsible For As a Casual Intern, you’ll: Work up to two shifts per week for up to 12 months, with flexible scheduling to suit your study commitments. Be based in either our Perth office, Kwinana or Kalgoorlie (for students living and studying in that region). Collaborate with experienced professionals on projects aligned to your field of study. Gain exposure to operations in temporary suspension and learn about BHP’s uncompromising commitment to safety. We’re welcoming students from a wide range of disciplines, including: Engineering (Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Communication Electronics, Geotechnical, Mining) Health & Safety (Health Science, Occupational Hygiene, Safety) Environmental Science, Geochemistry, Conservation Biology, Hydrogeology, Project Management What You'll Bring to the Role To be successful, you’ll be: A penultimate or final year student in 2026, currently enrolled in a relevant tertiary qualification. Enthusiastic, reliable and eager to learn. A strong communicator and effective team player. Committed to safety and aligned with BHP’s Charter Values. Why You'll Love Working Here Real-world experience in a world-class resources company. Mentorship from industry professionals. Flexible work arrangements that support your study schedule. Market-leading remuneration for student interns. Access to training, wellbeing and support programs. What's the Process? We’re committed to fair and inclusive hiring. As part of our recruitment process, you may be asked to complete checks such as police clearance, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, right to work verification and reference checks. Why Not Now? If you’re ready to apply your learning in a real-world environment and grow your career from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including those from the Tjiwarl, Ngadju, Marlinyu Ghoorlie, Ngaanyatjarra, Martu, Gnaala Karla Booja and Noongar communities, whose lands we operate on. If you have a disability and would benefit from adjustments to our recruitment process, please contact us at inclusion@bhp.com. Please note: This internship is a standalone opportunity and is not part of BHP’s Minerals Australia Graduate & Intern Program. It is designed specifically for casual work while studying. However, successful candidates can apply for the Minerals Australia Graduate & Intern Program in future.About Our Process At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks. If you are already employed directly by BHP, please log in using your BHP email address or apply via our internal jobs portal. Supporting a Diverse Workforce The size, stability and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses and a best-in-class employee share program. We know there are many aspects of our employees' lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.  At BHP, we know that we are strengthened by diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to making BHP a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and be at their best every day. We are focused on creating a workforce that’s more diverse and represents the communities where we work and live. providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and recognise that true diversity includes gender, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education levels, and many more aspects of your identity.

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Responsibilities

As a Casual Intern, you will work up to two shifts per week for up to 12 months, collaborating with experienced professionals on projects aligned to your field of study. You will gain exposure to operations in temporary suspension and learn about BHP’s commitment to safety.