Kickstart Your Career This Summer with Aurelia Metals Vacation Student Program – Summer 2026/27 Are you a motivated student looking to gain real-world experience in the mining and resources sector? Aurelia Metals offers 12-week paid vacation placements where you’ll apply your studies, learn from industry professionals, and contribute to meaningful projects on site. Available Disciplines Engineering (Mining, Mechanical, Geotechnical) Metallurgy / Minerals Processing Geology Environment Health and Safety Commercial and Corporate Why Aurelia Metals? Aurelia Metals is an Australian gold and base metals mining company operating in the Cobar Basin, NSW. We run underground mines and processing facilities with a strong focus on safety, inclusion, innovation, and growth. Students will be based at either: Peak Gold Mine – Near Cobar, with polymetallic underground ore bodies and processing plant Federation Mine – High-grade zinc, lead and gold deposit near Nymagee Program Details Duration: 12 weeks (November – February) Roster: 4/3 roster, 12-hour shifts Location: On site at Peak or Federation Accommodation: Provided by company Travel: Students to bring their own vehicle Christmas Break: Students return home during this period Residency: This is not a FIFO role. Students must remain in Cobar for program duration (excluding Christmas break) What You’ll Gain Hands-on operational experience Exposure to real mining projects Mentoring from industry professionals Training and development opportunities Insight into best-practice safety culture Who Should Apply? Students who are: Currently studying a relevant tertiary qualification Australian citizens or permanent residents Hold a current driver’s license and have their own vehicle Willing to live in Cobar during the program (Accommodation covered by the company) Keen to learn, contribute and work in a team environment What We Offer Paid placement Practical industry experience Networking and mentoring opportunities A supportive, inclusive and safety-first workplace
