Geologist - Graduate - Summer 2027

Northern Star Pogo • Delta Junction, AK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Graduate Geologist Program at Northern Star Resources, Pogo Mine Operation is a 2-year program designed to develop individuals within the field of geology specific to mining industry-best practices. The program includes one year with the Geology Technician team and one year with the Operational Geology team, aiming to foster integral and long-term growth within the company. The Graduate Geologist reports to the Geology Manager and is responsible for ensuring geology objectives are met safely and efficiently.

Requirements

• BA or BS, majoring in Geology.
• Current “C” Class US State Driver’s License (passenger vehicle).
• Awareness of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Act & Regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Previous mining industry experience in Exploration or Operations.
• Computer literacy – Microsoft Office.
• Mining software skills including AcQuire, ArcGis, LeapFrog and other modelling software.
• Member of a recognized Professional Mining or Geology Association.
• Dynamic, high energy, self-motivated and ability to make independent decisions.
• Good communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain or exceed best industry practice in all geological and environmental tasks.
• Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices and ability to work efficiently when not directly supervised.

Responsibilities

• Working with the Geology Technician team to prepare diamond drill core for geologists and the assay laboratory, including marking up blue lines, orientation marks, sampling, photographing, and collecting RQD data.
• Working with the Operational Geology team to log core, undertake Geotechnical work, and report to respective department geologists.
• Working safely around diamond drilling support activities and with drill personnel when conducting tasks both on the surface and underground.
• Working with underground mine geologists and technicians to ensure safe and accurate data collection for all geological activities underground, including face mapping, backs mapping, sampling, and other tasks required by the Senior Mine Geologist.
• Following all NSR STARR guidelines and Pogo Geology safety procedures on the operational property and surrounding claim block, particularly when around Alaskan wildlife.
• Completing an onsite MSHA course training program and staying current in compliance.

Benefits

• Company provided camp facilities with dining service, games room, exercise & weight room, sauna, and accommodation rooms.
• Dormitory rooms with land line phone, Wi-Fi & cable TV.
• Cell service available through Wi-Fi.
• Bus service to and from Fairbanks, Delta Junction and Tok, Alaska.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level