We offer early careers opportunities across our mining operations and corporate  offices in over 30+ countries in which we operate . Explore some of these below:

Early career opportunity locations

We provide early career opportunities specific to the needs of each region.  The timing of programme intakes varies depending upon the region. Explore what an exciting, fast-paced early career with Glencore in your region could look like:

Australia

Whether you’ve just finished school, want to learn a trade, graduated from university or are looking for your next big career break, Glencore offers a range of programs to build your successful career in the natural resource sector.

Our recruitment programs combine structured career development with on-the-job experience and mentoring from some of the best in the business. We also encourage local talent from regional communites. 

Glencore offers a range of exciting entry-level opportunities at our coal and metals operations across Australia.

In our European corporate and marketing offices, we offer industry-leading career opportunities to students, graduates and young professionals who are interested in kickstarting their professional journey in the commodities sector.

Early careers South America

Early career stories

Hear from some of our dedicated, driven early-career professionals across our global teams:

  • Graduate programme in Baar

    Hear from some of our graduates
  • Commercial graduate programme London

    Hear from some of our graduates
  • Early careers in Australia

    Watch Chris' story
  • Consider a career in trading

    Read Anna's story

Our Purpose and Values

Glencore's Purpose is to source the commodities that advance everyday life. 

  • Safety

    We never compromise on safety. We look out for one another and stop work if it’s not safe.

  • Integrity

    We have the courage to do what’s right, even when it’s hard. We do what we say and treat each other fairly and with respect.

  • Responsibility

    We take responsibility for our actions. We talk and listen to others to understand what they expect from us. We work to improve our commercial, social and environmental performance.

  • Openness

    We’re honest and straightforward when we communicate. We push ourselves to improve by sharing information and encouraging dialogue and feedback.

  • Simplicity

    We work efficiently and focus on what’s important. We avoid unnecessary complexity and look for simple, pragmatic solutions.

  • Entrepreneurialism

    We encourage new ideas and quickly adapt to change. We’re always looking for new opportunities to create value and find better and safer ways of working.