Metallurgy Summer Intern

About the role

Under the direction of the Metallurgy Supervisor, this person will learn entry-level metallurgy project tasks while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross’ values.

Responsibilities

• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality and code of conduct.
• Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management.
• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance.
• Works without risk or harm to self and others.
• Punctuality and regular attendance required.
• Helps develop other department personnel to perform duties listed above.
• Performs other related functions as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis.
• Requires valid driver’s license.
• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations; has 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.
• Background check required.
• US work permit required.
• Language requirement: English.
• Demonstrates 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).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years towards metallurgy or related Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 year metallurgy experience.

Skills

• Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills; ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to work independently and also as a member of the management team.
• Demonstrates strong