Employer and vacancy source: ZCCM Investment Holdings Plc
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- EmployerZCCM Investment Holdings Plc
- LocationSerenje
- Employer websitezambiajobalerts.com
- Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
Key details for this vacancy
- Employer
- ZCCM Investment Holdings Plc
- Location
- Serenje
- Posted
- July 3, 2025
- Job type
- Internship
- Category
- Other
Website ZCCM Investment Holdings Plc
Job description
Job Reference Number: ZCCM-67
Department: Technical
Business Unit:
Industry: Technical
Job Type: Temp
Positions Available: 2
Salary: Market Related
Suitably qualified and motivated individuals are invited to apply for this Internship Opportunity! The Intern Geologist will support exploration activities by conducting geochemical analysis using portable hand-held X-ray Fluorescence (pXRF)analyser. The role involves fieldwork, sample collection and preparation, field data collection and assisting senior geologists in executing field activities.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Operate and maintain pXRF equipment for rapid geochemical analysis of rock, soil, and drill core samples.
Assist in geological mapping, sampling, and core logging to support exploration programs.
Ensure accurate data recording and assist in preliminary interpretation of pXRF results.
Support field exploration activities, including site surveys and sample collection.
Follow safety and environmental protocols during fieldwork and laboratory operations.
Assist in data validation, reporting, and quality control of analytical results.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
General Certificate of Education (GCE) or Equivalent with Credits or Better in Five Subjects, Mathematics and English Included
Bachelor’s degree in Exploration and mining Geology (or related field) OR a final-year student in Geology.
Basic knowledge of XRF operation (training may be provided).
Understanding of geological fieldwork techniques (mapping, sampling, core logging).
Ability to work in remote and rugged terrain under field conditions.
Strong analytical and data management skills.
Preferred Skills:
Familiarity with the Geology of Zambia’s and copper mineralization systems.
Prior internship or fieldwork experience in mineral exploration.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
Basic experience with geological software (ArcGIS/Leapfrog/Surpac/Surfer/Geosoft Montaj)
*The opportunity offers hands-on experience in exploration geology with exposure to CACB geology including geochemical analysis and data interpretation techniques.
THIS ROLE IS BASED IN SERENJE, ZAMBIA . Apply By 9th July 2025!