Waihi Summer Internship – Underground Geologist

Location: On-site at the Waihi Operation in Waihi, New Zealand

Paid internship; salary amount not specified.

Company

hirify.global is a global gold and copper producer operating mines in the USA, New Zealand, and the Philippines.

What you will do

• Support underground geologists with face sampling, LIDAR scanning, ore drive markup, and ore drive and waste mapping.
• Complete core logging and help maintain data flow into LOMP 2028 models.
• Dispatch samples, import data into Acquire databases, and perform data validation.
• Work on department projects and collaborate with other interns on mining-related activities.
• Present internship experiences and key learnings to the Site Management Team.

Requirements

• Unrestricted New Zealand working rights are required.
• Available from mid-November 2026 through mid-February 2027.
• Currently in the second-last or final year of a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in Geology or Earth Sciences.
• Strong academic performance and an interest in the chosen field.
• Full Class 1 driver licence; ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, teamwork, independent working, and collaborative skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on experience in an underground mining environment.
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced mining professionals.
• Collaborative work with the Underground Geology team and other interns.
• Monday to Friday schedule from 7:00am to 5:00pm, totaling 50 hours per week.
• Employee Assistance Program and Living Our Values recognition program.
• Accommodation options in Waihi or surrounding areas are preferred.

Hiring process

• Applications close on 8 October 2026.
• Shortlisting begins immediately.