Rio Tinto stands as a key player in the Australian resources sector. With a rich history dating back to 1873, our operations have evolved to become one of the largest and most diversified mining companies in the world. Committed to sustainable practices and community engagement, Rio Tinto operates across several continents, with a significant presence in Australia. As we continue to drive innovation and excellence, we value diversity and recognize the importance of fostering a workplace that embraces the unique contributions of all individuals.
Products and Services: At Rio Tinto, we are involved in the extraction and processing of a diverse range of minerals and metals critical for global development. From iron ore, aluminum, and copper to diamonds and uranium, our portfolio spans various commodities. Our commitment to responsible and efficient mining practices positions us as a leader in providing essential materials for industries worldwide. We strive to maintain the highest environmental and social standards in our operations, ensuring the sustainability of the communities we operate in.
Employment Opportunities: Rio Tinto offers a wide range of employment opportunities, creating a dynamic and inclusive work environment. From mining and engineering roles to logistics, technology, and corporate positions, we provide diverse career paths for individuals with various skill sets and backgrounds. As we look to the future, we are dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining a talented workforce. We encourage Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals to explore the numerous career possibilities within Rio Tinto and contribute to the growth and success of our company.
Commitment to First Nation People: Rio Tinto is deeply committed to recognizing and respecting the rights, cultures, and aspirations of Australia's First Nation People. The relationships we have with Indigenous peoples are a priority for us. We especially value the agreements we have with Traditional Owners of the lands on which we operate. This includes a focus on promoting greater recognition and inclusion of Indigenous peoples in decision-making. We know we must build a culture of active inclusion and cultural safety, where people live our values and speak up freely if something does not feel right. We are reinvigorating our cultural awareness training, with all frontline staff, including the Board, undertaking both e-learning and face-to-face training with Indigenous Australians. Traditional Owners have viewed this content and where possible also attend training sessions to share further information. Some highlight of our comitment include:
59% increase in Australian indigenous leaders since 2020
40% increase in spend with indigenous suppliers from 2021 to 2022 to $565 million
What’s your passion? Is it to think up sustainable solutions? Push A.I. forward? Support local communities? Whatever your passion is, we believe that the best ideas come from bringing together different perspectives.
That’s why Rio Tinto’s graduate program brings together people from different backgrounds to work toward a common goal: to make our future better. Do you want to drive change? It’s time to come together and create tomorrow with a graduate role at Rio Tinto.
We're looking for graduates and students from a range ofdegrees for different areas across our business including (but not limited to):
Engineering
Sciences
Technology
Humanities
Business
Eligibility
Graduate Program – final year of study/have recently graduated Vacation Student Program – penultimate year or students in 2nd or 3rd year
Our approach
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