Newmont Yanacocha Launches Women-Focused Professional Practices Program During Mine Closure
CAJAMARCA, Peru – Newmont Yanacocha has initiated a professional practices program exclusively for women as part of its ongoing mine closure process in Cajamarca, Peru. The program, open to recent graduates adn students in their final year of study, aims to foster female talent within the mining industry and contribute to a responsible and lasting closure of the Yanacocha mine.
This initiative underscores Newmont Yanacocha’s commitment to building a positive and lasting legacy in the region, moving beyond simply ceasing operations. The company emphasizes that the closure phase presents an opportunity to invest in the community and create a tangible impact, highlighted by the planned construction of two state-of-the-art water treatment plants scheduled for completion in 2027.
The program targets women who have completed or are nearing completion of studies – specifically those from the 2024-II and 2025-I graduating classes – and who rank within the top third of their respective academic programs. Eligible fields of study include Civil,Mechanical,Electric,Mines,and Mechanical-Electric Engineering,as well as Administration,Economics,and Accounting. Selected participants will undertake a 12-month placement and must be medically cleared to work at altitudes exceeding 3,600 meters above sea level.
Interested candidates can apply through the official link: https://bit.ly/4pKyx5s until October 10th. Newmont Yanacocha states the program will provide valuable experience in a technically advanced environment and contribute to an innovative and sustainable closure plan for the Cajamarca region.
