About the role#
This is an 8-month internship running from January to August 2027 at the Diavik Diamond Mine in the Northwest Territories. You will join the project delivery team as a Construction Field Technician, working under the guidance of a Project Engineer or Advisor. This is a full-time, on-site role requiring a 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off rotation, including 12-hour shifts on weekends and holidays.
What you'll do#
- Provide survey and quality control support for progressive reclamation work.
- Conduct quantity surveys, site layout, and field supervision for large-scale earthworks.
- Perform materials testing and quality control for earthworks and crush production stockpiling.
- Coordinate with Construction, Engineering, and Operations teams to track daily activities against design specifications.
- Use PITRAM software to monitor active equipment, including tracking stoppages and delays.
- Participate in site safety protocols and quality control processes.
What you'll need#
- Current registration in an accredited engineering COOP program.
- At least 2 years of completed coursework in Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, Environmental, or Mining Engineering.
- A commitment to your own safety and the safety of your team.
- Strong organizational, participative, and communication skills.
- High level of self-motivation.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Must be returning to school following the work term.
- Must have the legal right to work in Canada.
Location & details#
- Site: Diavik Diamond Mine, Northwest Territories, Canada.
- Logistics: Fly-in fly-out rotation. All meals and accommodations are provided in camp.
- Travel: Flights are provided to the site from designated pick-up locations.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a mining company founded in 1873. It extracts and processes metals and minerals including iron ore, aluminum, copper, borates, and titanium. These materials support the production of steel, electronics, and infrastructure. The company operates as a public entity and maintains its headquarters in London. It employs more than 10,000 people.
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