University students wanting a career in the resources sector are being asked to apply for summer vacation roles being offered by an alumina producer.
Alcoa has 15 paid positions on offer, which begin in November and last three months.
Roles are available across a range of disciplines including mechanical, electrical and chemical engineering alongside occupational hygiene.
Program participants will be able to expand their understanding of aluminium production while working for the company’s WA operations.
Former program recruit Megan Donovan is now employed as a graduate chemical engineer and said she had no idea how much she would learn, or the exposure she would get to the complex world of refining.
“When I look at the people and expertise I have been exposed to across the refining system and the skills I have developed, I am really grateful for the opportunity to have participated,” she said.
“Big industrial environments such as a refinery can be daunting if you have never worked in them before, but the great thing about (the) vacation program is you do not need any experience to apply, and working on a site can open up endless career possibilities, particularly here in Western Australia.”
Ms Donovan said she had received great support, with the program making her realise she wanted a site-based role when she finished her degree.
“I’m a big believer in vacation programs being the perfect opportunity to try something new, or slightly outside your comfort zone, for a short time, so you can see if it is something you might like to pursue,” she said.
Among the locations offering the full-time roles are the Pinjarra and Wagerup alumina refineries, offices in Pinjarra and Booragoon, alongside Alcoa’s aluminium smelter in Victoria.
The openings are full-time positions with applications open until May 31.