Year in Industry Internship Program - ANSTO Minerals

Position Overview

• 12-Month Internship \| Commencing January 2027 \| Full Time \| $58,893 + 15.4% super
• 7 x ANSTO Minerals opportunities available
• Suitable for students completing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry or Chemistry
• Lucas Heights, Sutherland Shire Location / Bus from Sutherland Station About the Opportunity

Looking to gain a competitive edge ahead of graduation?

If you are completing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry or Chemistry and are keen to apply your knowledge in a real world research and operational environment, the ANSTO Minerals Year in Industry Internship Program offers a unique opportunity to build practical experience alongside leading scientists and engineers.

Designed for penultimate-year students, this 12 month full-time program provides hands-on, industry-based learning. You will apply your academic knowledge in a professional setting while developing technical and workplace skills that will enhance the value of your remaining studies and future career.

Important: This is a full-time placement, and participants are required to defer their university studies for the duration of the program.

Your Placement:

As an intern within ANSTO Minerals, you will contribute to bench and pilot-scale process development activities. This may include:

• Conducting bench and pilot-scale test work
• Designing, setting up, and operating laboratory and pilot equipment
• Performing sampling and chemical analysis
• Assessing data and preparing preliminary reports and
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. About You

We are seeking students who demonstrate:

• A genuine interest in a hands-on research and development environment within the minerals industry
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive approach to learning and applying technical knowledge
• A clear commitment to safety

Eligibility \& Application

Preferred fields of study:

• Chemical Engineering
• Industrial Chemistry
• Chemistry

To be eligible, you must:

• Be an Australian citizen
• Be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance and pass a pre-employment medical assessment
• Be currently enrolled in a relevant degree, ideally in their penultimate year with at least one full year of study remaining
• Be available to understand a full-time, 12-month placement and commit to deferring university studies for the duration of the program
• Have experience in a university or industry laboratory, or have undertaken chemistry / chemical engineering-related projects
• Have hands-on experience within a process or mechanical environment (desirable)
• Hold a current driver’s licence and have access to a vehicle (desirable) About Us

ANSTO leverages great science to deliver big outcomes. We partner with scientists and engineers and apply new technologies to provide real-world benefits. Our work improves human health, saves lives, builds our industries, and protects the environment.

The Minerals business unit is a part of ANSTO’s Commercial Products and Services cluster. We are a team of around 60 consultants and technicians with expertise that covers metallurgy, chemistry, chemical engineering, mineralogy, geology and radiation safety. We provide practical solutions and innovative technologies to deliver financial and environmental benefits to the mining and metallurgy industries. Our clients are junior and senior companies involved in critical minerals such as rare earths, lithium, uranium and a plethora of others. We are also specialists in addressing the challenges associated with radioactivity in this context.

Why Join ANSTO

Our people are passionate about what they do and take pride in contributing to outcomes that make a difference for Australians. As part of ANSTO Minerals, you will gain exposure to real-world projects and work alongside experienced professionals in a highly collaborative environment.

Diversity and inclusion

At ANSTO, we recognise that diverse teams deliver better outcomes. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and thrive.

We strongly encourage applications from:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• Women in STEM
• People with disability How to Apply

All applications must be submitted through the online application system. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.

For further information about the Year In Industry Internship Program, including frequently asked questions, please refer to the ANSTO website. Applicants who meet the criteria will receive further information on the recruitment process and timeline following the application closing date.

For technical enquires related to this opportunity, please contact Peter O'Mara on (02) 9717 3724. For all other enquiries, please contact Talent Acquisition on (02) 9717 3740.

Additional Information

• The program is scheduled to commence in January/February 2027
• Opportunities are full-time paid placements, with occasional shift work required
• Participants must defer their university studies for the duration of the program and provide confirmation from their university
• Appointment is subject to obtaining the required security clearance and passing a pre-employment medical assessment
• All applicants must be Australian citizens

If you want to join a world class organisation that's making a difference in the lives of Australians, apply now!

Application closing date: 17th August 2026 at 11:59pm

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