At IGO, we are committed to developing the next generation of industry leaders; which is why we place great importance on development and succession planning for undergraduates and newly graduated professionals. Our people are important to us and we are as focused on your success as you are.
When you join us, we will invest in your career and your development, to ensure you achieve your goals, now and into the future. This is the IGO difference.
The IGO Vacation Program offers both undergraduate and post graduate students the opportunity to participate in a 12-week paid program held over the summer break with the prospect of securing a graduate position at the end of the program. Students are usually in the penultimate year of undergraduate studies and experience a variety of hands on work providing an opportunity to apply their skills and learn more about the mining industry.
The IGO Graduate Program is supported by structured training and development tailored to the individual, mentoring, and on the job learning, and offers university graduates a 2 year program (3 year program for Mining Engineers) supporting you in your transition from study to career. During our program you are empowered to work in a variety of locations within your discipline and may have the opportunity to work in both site and office based roles. Many graduates transition into permanent roles within IGO at the end of the program.
Listen to the experiences of current and past Program participants – Aimee, Dirk and Sophia, as they describe how the Program has made a difference in their careers.
Aimee joined IGO about two years ago, as a Geotechnical Engineering in the IGO Graduate Program. Aimee describes the culture at IGO being like one big family, and in addition to her role, has enjoyed being involved in the social club and emergency response team.
Dirk joined the IGO Graduate Program in 2019, and now works full time as the Ventilation Officer at our Nova Operation. Dirk explains how all the skills he learnt during the Program have prepared him for his current role, and he has thoroughly enjoyed his time working for IGO.
Sophia is a Health and Safety Advisor within our Exploration team, following her completion of the Graduate Program in 2022. Sophia describes how the Program helped her develop skills that she will take with her throughout her career, like teamwork and project management.
1. Online Applications Open
Applications for the IGO Graduate and Vacation Program open in February / March each year. Sign up to the Graduate and Students Talent Network to be the first to know when applications open.
2. Psychometric Testing
Eligible applicants will be invited to complete online psychometric testing used to identify the right people for the right roles at IGO.
3. Video Interviews
Once applications have closed, we will review all test results and progress successful candidates to an online video interview so we can hear more about you!
4. Meet and Greet
The final stage in our process is an invitation to join us for a meet and greet in our South Perth office, where you will have the opportunity to meet our people, and ask any questions you have about IGO or the Graduate and Vacation Programs.
5. Offers Made
Shortly after this, successful applicants will be presented with an offer of employment.
6. Onboarding and Connection
Once your offer is accepted, we will commence your onboarding and connect with you in a number of ways before your commencement.
7. Start Date
Congratulations on your new role with IGO and welcome to the Program!
The Vacation Program commences end of November each year.
The Graduate Program commences in late January each year.
Thank you for your interest in the IGO Graduate and Vacation Program. We will send you an email shortly to confirm that you have joined our talent network.
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