As part of our Talent DIG program, a group of interns recently embarked on a tour to our Côté Gold mine in Northern Ontario, gaining firsthand exposure to our operations and life-at-site culture. On August 6, the interns departed from Toronto with team members from Corporate HR and headed north for an overnight stay at camp.

During the tour, the interns explored the control room, the mill, the mine pit and the truck shop, and got an up-close look at our autonomous trucks and Côté Gold’s modern technology. The group also had the opportunity to talk with employees from various departments across the site, discovering the wide range of career paths that exist within the mining industry. These conversations offered valuable insights into mine rotation programs, day-to-day responsibilities, and what life is really like at camp—from shift rotation to community activities.

For many, this was a milestone moment: it marked their first time stepping into a mining site. The experience was designed to be immersive, offering not only operational insights but also opportunities for team building and connection.

What they are saying

“I was surprised by how passionate and knowledgeable the staff were. They were really eager and willing to share their own experience with us. Everyone seemed invested in their work and proud of the site. They also have a strong sense of community showing through their meals and their activities after work,” said Kathy Nguyen, Intern, Integrated Planning.

“What stood out the most was the coordinating activities at the control room, monitoring operations at the pit and at the plant, and recording data in real time. And how all of that allows for better decision making,” said Brigitte Kabre, Intern, Project Development.

“The tour definitely shifted my perspective on mining. This kind of experience is something we just can’t get in a classroom; it brought everything we’ve been working on in the Toronto office to life in such a real and tangible way. Seeing the operations up close, talking to the people who work there, and actually walking through the site made it all feel more meaningful and relevant,” said Grace Odunuga, Intern, Internal Audit Risk Assistant.

About Talent DIG

The Talent DIG initiative is a cornerstone of IAMGOLD’s commitment to helping develop future talent by providing hands-on learning experiences that go beyond the office and into the heart of mining operations.

🤝 A special thank you to the Côté Gold and Corporate team members who made this memorable experience possible: Michael Olkkonen, Supervisor of Mine Operations; Eric Gosselin, Mine Manager; Kevin Beatty, Maintenance Manager; Rejean Labbé, Development Lead Supervisor; Kelly-Anne Watters, Administrator; Daniel Wexler, HRBP; and Kashish Jain, Talent Specialist.