Business Improvement Intern

Closing Date: February 28, 2025

Join Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world’s largest producers of zinc concentrate. We are committed to encouraging a family-oriented work environment that values every team member. For many of our positions, we offer a unique rotation schedule with 2 weeks on-site followed by 2 weeks off-site, allowing you to enjoy quality time with your loved ones.
 
Partnership with NANA Regional Corporation: The mine operates on land owned by the NANA Regional Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation. This partnership ensures that the local Iñupiat community benefits from the mine’s operations, reflecting our dedication to community engagement and sustainable practices.

 Embracing Courageous Safety Leadership (CSL): At Teck, safety is a core value central to our work culture. Through programs like CSL, we empower every employee to be a safety leader, encouraging a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to sustaining this safety-first environment, where speaking up and driving positive change are not just encouraged but expected.

Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest producers of zinc concentrate, is recruiting for a Business Improvement Intern.

Rotation schedule will be 2 weeks on-site with 2 weeks off-site

Responsibilities:

•    Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
•    Work with BI&I Team and site operations teams to execute improvement initiatives by identifying problems, developing and implementing solutions, and sustaining the value.
•    Perform valuation analyses
•    Perform field studies and time studies
•    Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

•    Currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Math, Science, or related field.
•    Previous experience or exposure to continuous improvement preferred, but not required.
•    Desire to learn and apply continuous improvement principals. 
•    Strong interpersonal communication, written and verbal skills.
•    Ability to work in a team environment and work effectively across all levels of the business.
•    Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint applications

About Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations

At Teck, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Our Red Dog mine features modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. To ensure a comfortable living and family-style working environment for all employees, we also provide all meals, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, paid sick leave, vacation days, and a 401k plan. Our two-weeks on/two-weeks off schedule is designed to provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

 Diversity is a core value at Teck. Our teams work collaboratively, respecting each person’s unique perspective and contribution. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 We appreciate all applicants’ interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.