Hancock Iron Ore - Summer Internship Program

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Hancock Iron Ore's Summer Internship Program in Newman offers a 12‑week paid placement starting November 2026, with Perth and FIFO options and open to current undergraduates and postgraduates across engineering, science and technical, business and commerce, social performance and IT disciplines. Interns work on real mining projects, are paired with mentors, and gain exposure to cutting edge technology, with a potential pathway into the Graduate Program. Eligibility includes international students with full Australian work rights; engineering interns must be able to undertake FIFO at Mine or Port Hedland operations. Apply by tailoring your resume to your discipline, highlighting relevant coursework and projects, and signaling your graduate ambitions.

• 12 Week paid Internship commencing November 2026
• Perth and Fly in Fly out (FIFO) opportunities available
• Open to current undergraduate and postgraduate university students
• Opportunities for direct entry into our Graduate Program

About the opportunity

Join the Hancock Iron Ore Summer Internship Program and be part of the team shaping the future of mining in Australia. The future is changing, and it’s ours to shape, and every person here plays a part. By combining our industry-leading expertise with our vision to be the best mining company for Australia, we’re creating a stronger future for our business, our industry and our communities.

This year, we are seeking students who are completing studies in the following fields:

• Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, Mining, Mechatronics, Control Systems, Signalling and Communications
• Science & Technical: Geosciences, Hydrology, Metallurgy, Geographical Information Systems, Environmental Sciences
• Business & Commerce: Accounting and Finance, Commercial, Procurement and Supply Chain
• Social Performance: Heritage, Archaeology, Anthropology
• Information Technology: Technology, Data Science, Computer Science

Our 12‑week program provides meaningful, hands‑on experience where you’ll work alongside technical specialists, business professionals and cross‑functional teams on real mining projects connected to your discipline. You’ll gain practical skills, exposure to cutting‑edge technology, and valuable insight into how a modern mining operation works.

As an intern, you’ll gain exposure to meaningful work, contribute to real life projects and be guided by mentors dedicated to helping you grow. You’ll learn from some of the most experienced leaders in the industry, build valuable professional connections and may be considered for our Graduate Program upon completion of your degree.

About you

To thrive in this program, you’ll bring strong academic performance, curiosity, and a willingness to learn. You enjoy solving problems, adapting to new environments and collaborating with others to deliver outcomes. You communicate clearly, take initiative, and are excited to gain real‑world experience in a dynamic and supportive team.

Program eligibility

• Open to current undergraduate and postgraduate students, enrolled in and undertaking relevant studies, including first‑year students
• International students are welcome to apply but must hold full and unrestricted Australian working rights
• Engineering interns must be able to complete the program on a FIFO roster at our Mine or Port Hedland operations