What attributes do mining companies look for in graduates?

Mining People International's author Dan Hatch says mining is experiencing a mini boom and the industry is working hard to attract the best graduates.

If you’re graduating university and thinking about your career options, perhaps you’ve already considered a future in Australia’s mining industry.

Mining provides about 15% of Australia’s gross domestic product and 60% of our exports. It supports 1.1 million jobs and around 10% of all employment. It is an industry with countless fulfilling and rewarding career opportunities for graduates with degrees in any number of disciplines, including engineering, environmental science, business, geology, human resources, occupational health and safety, information technology, and more.

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