Job Description

Position Information

Start Date: May 2023
Hybrid Work Environment (3 days in office, 2 days remote with flexible hours)
Dress Code Business Casual
Location Downtown Toronto, Outside of Union Station (TTC & GO accessible)
A Great Place to Work

Who We Are

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our four core values of Putting People First, Outstanding Corporate Citizenship, High Performance Culture, and Rigorous Financial Discipline. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC). Mining responsibly is a priority for Kinross, and we foster a culture that makes responsible mining and operational success inseparable. In 2021, Kinross committed to a greenhouse gas reduction action plan as part of its Climate Change strategy, reached approximately 1 million beneficiaries through its community programs, and recycled 80% of the water used at our sites. We also achieved record high levels of local employment, with 99% of total workforce from within host countries, and advanced inclusion and diversity targets, including instituting a Global Inclusion and Diversity Leadership Council. Eager to know more about us? Visit Home - Kinross Gold Corporation

What We Offer

• Possible travel to one our mine sites in either Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mauritania or the United States.
• The opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams and learn from our top leaders and high performing teams.
• The opportunity to compete in our yearly Internship Challenge and possibly win a global feature on our website. You can learn more here.
• On-site multi-faith room, gym with showers, and wellness room.
• Snacks and drinks available for employees and guests in the Staff Lounge.
• Company sports teams that need your talent and skills \xe2\x80\x93 baseball, softball and volleyball.

What You Will Do

• Assist in monitoring, consolidating, researching, and analyzing data on global economics, public policy, social and regulatory developments in corporate areas of interest globally as directed
• Assist in overseeing stakeholder database, monitoring entries, uploading stakeholder contact details, supporting reporting needs as directed
• Prepare briefing notes following external meetings, conferences, and internal meetings as needed
• Assist the Senior Specialist in the preparation of reports and presentations to internal and external audiences, including data compilation, writing, and proofreading
• Assist with the development of a comprehensive government relations strategy, and related policies, priorities, and best practices
• Provide project management support to the Senior Vice President, External Relations and Senior Specialist, Global Government Relations.

The Opportunity

A placement at Kinross Gold Corporation is a unique opportunity to be exposed to different disciplines within the company and also gain site experience or preparation for a role at site. Additionally, working from our corporate office gives you context about our sites and how they all tie into the broader portfolio, and impact shareholders and the market. The teams you will be working with are engaged and high-performing and include approachable people from all walks of life. They are very hands-on and take mentorship seriously, so you will receive a lot of support, guidance, and training to gain the skills you need to get the job done. By the end of your internship, you will have developed and enhanced understanding of how Government Relations supports Kinross.

Must Haves

• 3rd or 4th year undergraduate studies in Politics, International Relations, Economics, Business, or related program from a recognized educational institution with an excellent academic record.
• Ability to synthesize complex information quickly.
• Good interpersonal skills, self-motivated.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Flexibility to undertake various tasks.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to learn quickly and to work well in a team environment.
• The Applicant must have their own lodging in Toronto for the duration of the placement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Language skills in French, Arabic, Portuguese, or Spanish
• Experience working with culturally diverse teams
• Active extracurriculars
• A demonstrated interest of having a career in mining
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite

Our Approach to COVID-19

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and in alignment with our health and safety standards, all Kinross Gold Corporation employees working from the Toronto office must be fully vaccinated with at least two doses of an approved vaccine. If offered this position, you must show proof of vaccination prior to being hired. Masks are not currently mandated in the office, however, employees are encouraged to wear a mask if they are more comfortable doing so. Kinross reserves the right to update its vaccination policy/requirements at any time at its sole discretion.