Assay Laboratory Technician Intern Job Details

Assay Laboratory Technician Intern

Closing Date: April 14, 2026

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Recruiter: Annabel Morena

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

Role Overview

The Assay Laboratory Intern will report to the Assay Laboratory Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ability safely handle a wide variety of chemicals that may be toxic, corrosive or have the potential to cause fire or explosion.
• Dispose of waste material generated in the laboratory to conform to all environmental regulations and policies.
• Collection and preparation of daily samples.
• Utilization of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) in order to input data and log out samples that are analyzed by the assay laboratory.
• Perform analysis using applicable analytical instrumentation on samples from a variety of sources, in order to provide accurate and precise analytical data that meets the needs of the departments that request the analysis.
• Prepare standard solution and reagents for laboratory use, precisely following written instructions to produce chemical solutions of known concentration for use by all assayers. Preparation of standards used for analytical instruments will be under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor or Lead Assayer.
• Carry out supervised studies to determine the validity of changes to analytical procedures, or to test new analytical procedures so that the accuracy and precision of new methods can be confirmed prior to initiating the procedure throughout the laboratory.
Qualifications:

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Education required: 1-3 years of university education and enrolled in a related science program (i.e., chemistry, geology, biology, etc.).
• Preferred qualifications: laboratory experience with emphasis on experience with analytical instrumentation and safely handling chemicals.
• Good written and verbal communications are important for this position.
• Ability to occasionally lift forty pounds.
• Perform analyses which require standing and/or walking for extended periods of time.
• Enter data and work with computerized instruments, which will involve significant repetitive motion.
• Discern from the printed labels chemicals that require specific personal protective gear or other safety related handling.
• Follow specific written instructions (Standard Operating Procedures) that describe the laboratory procedures in order to safely and accurately perform the required analyses.
• Respond appropriately to safety warnings that may occur within the laboratory; specifically, to sirens, warning bells or an oral notification of danger that may exist, in order to safely perform the needed analyses

Working Conditions:

Access: Fly in, fly out
Schedule: We offer a two-weeks on / two-weeks off rotational schedule to support a healthy work-life balance.
Accommodation: Our modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.
Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters — to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

Apply with us

Take the next step in your career by applying for the Assay Laboratory Technician Intern role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requisition ID: 53712 | Job Category: Mining, Milling & Smelting Operations | Employment Type: Temporary Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site

Closing Date: April 14, 2026

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Recruiter: Annabel Morena

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

Role Overview

The Assay Laboratory Intern will report to the Assay Laboratory Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ability safely handle a wide variety of chemicals that may be toxic, corrosive or have the potential to cause fire or explosion.
• Dispose of waste material generated in the laboratory to conform to all environmental regulations and policies.
• Collection and preparation of daily samples.
• Utilization of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) in order to input data and log out samples that are analyzed by the assay laboratory.
• Perform analysis using applicable analytical instrumentation on samples from a variety of sources, in order to provide accurate and precise analytical data that meets the needs of the departments that request the analysis.
• Prepare standard solution and reagents for laboratory use, precisely following written instructions to produce chemical solutions of known concentration for use by all assayers. Preparation of standards used for analytical instruments will be under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor or Lead Assayer.
• Carry out supervised studies to determine the validity of changes to analytical procedures, or to test new analytical procedures so that the accuracy and precision of new methods can be confirmed prior to initiating the procedure throughout the laboratory.
Qualifications:

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Education required: 1-3 years of university education and enrolled in a related science program (i.e., chemistry, geology, biology, etc.).
• Preferred qualifications: laboratory experience with emphasis on experience with analytical instrumentation and safely handling chemicals.
• Good written and verbal communications are important for this position.
• Ability to occasionally lift forty pounds.
• Perform analyses which require standing and/or walking for extended periods of time.
• Enter data and work with computerized instruments, which will involve significant repetitive motion.
• Discern from the printed labels chemicals that require specific personal protective gear or other safety related handling.
• Follow specific written instructions (Standard Operating Procedures) that describe the laboratory procedures in order to safely and accurately perform the required analyses.
• Respond appropriately to safety warnings that may occur within the laboratory; specifically, to sirens, warning bells or an oral notification of danger that may exist, in order to safely perform the needed analyses

Working Conditions:

Access: Fly in, fly out
Schedule: We offer a two-weeks on / two-weeks off rotational schedule to support a healthy work-life balance.
Accommodation: Our modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.
Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters — to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

Apply with us

Take the next step in your career by applying for the Assay Laboratory Technician Intern role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requisition ID: 53712 | Job Category: Mining, Milling & Smelting Operations | Employment Type: Temporary Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site