High Salary: Student Engineer

Overview

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. Hatch brings more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure. Our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries work toward bettering the industries in which we operate with practical, safe, innovative, and sustainable solutions. We think globally while acting locally.

Our mining and metals teams help clients safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in everyday life. If you are eager to innovate and optimize the mining lifecycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities, apply today.

Program

Vacation Student opportunity: Build the extraordinary, every day

The Hatch Vacation Student Program provides the opportunity to work on real projects and gain practical industry skills. We will help you through the transition, bridging the gap between your education and career.

As part of the Process Engineering team you will work alongside leading industry professionals in the Hydrometallurgy and Pyrometallurgy field to guide the development of process engineering deliverables. You will assist to develop solutions across various systems, unit operations and process equipment.

Our Professional Development Program

As a Vacation Student with Hatch, you will build professional relationships with renowned experts, and champion initiatives for reputable, well-known clients. You will belong to a company that fosters career growth, encourages continuous improvement and is pioneering in nature.

Responsibilities

- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to complete project deliverables for clients
- Develop mentoring relationships with experienced professionals and experts
- Work towards individual career goals
- Work in a flexible framework and environment
- Attend networking events, opportunities, and activities
- Continuously learn and develop through a variety of challenging work experiences and career pathways

You bring to the role

You will be working towards a bachelor’s/masters degree in Chemical Engineering, ideally in your third year (or later) of study, with a strong academic record. Candidates will have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and will be collaborators with the ability to think laterally and innovatively to solve problems. You will also have an interest in exploring a future with a global consulting company and are committed to creating positive change.

The 12-week program commences on Monday, 17 Nov 2025. Please note that Hatch will have its annual office closure from COB Friday, 19 December 2025 and will reopen Monday, 5 January 2026. The Vacation Program will conclude from COB Friday, February 20th, 2026.

NOTE: To be considered for a position, you must include your CV, a cover letter and current academic transcript.

Additional opportunities

- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

What we offer

- Flexible work environment
- Think globally, work locally

Don’t meet every single requirement? You don’t need to. Hatch is building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you’re interested in this role, apply even if your past experiences don’t perfectly align with the listed skills.

Diversity & Inclusion

As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a flexible workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request.

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