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Exploration Geologist jobs are open across mining, oil and gas, environmental consulting, and government survey agencies, at every level from field technician-track to principal and senior staff, with specializations in hard rock mapping, hydrocarbon basin analysis, and geochemical sampling. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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As our Exploration Geologist, you will perform daily geologic functions and special projects in underground exploration activities to keep our production going and our profitability up. Every day you will work at a mine on a remote island about 18 miles outside of Juneau, Alaska. You’ll start every day organizing, scheduling, and prioritizing work activities to ensure timely completion of projects, programs, and objectives. You will log core according to procedure as well as select samples for assaying and prepare samples for shipment. To thrive in this role, you will assist with the design and preparation of drill stations, communicating with the mine operations group. We’re on a remote island, you must know how to work independently, identify, and resolve problems in a timely manner.
About Us
The Greens Creek Mine, located on Admiralty Island 18 miles south of Juneau, is an underground polymetallic mine operating since 1989, employing approximately 515 people. The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company, headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Established in 1891, Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards, Greens Creek is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success.
Here’s what you can expect in this role:
- Training first. Every hire is provided MSHA training in the first 4 days on the job. We also provide department-level training on not just what to do, but safety, as well.
- You will effectively utilize cross-sections in geologic software, keeping current quick logs plotted on the sections.
- Relocate to Juneau and work on a remote island. You will take a boat commute to work every day. Every department is slightly different, but our Geology department works either 4 days on followed by 3 days off or 8 days on followed by 6 days off for 11 hours each day.
- You will assist with publishing weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports and presentations on drill results.
- Safety is important. Every piece of equipment and each work area must be inspected before work starts. You will promote and personally observe safety procedures.
- A team you can rely on, a team that will have your back.
If you’re interested in this role, apply on our website at this link: http://www.hecla.com/career-opportunities/ ;
We have a two-part interview process. If you are selected, our hiring manager will reach out to you via phone call to get to know you and your skill set a little better. Then, if you are selected to move forward, you will be invited to come for a site interview to ensure that we are fit for you, and you are a fit for us.
Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the United States. Hecla Greens Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please visit Hecla’s website at www.hecla.com and our recruiting page at http://www.hecla.com/career-opportunities/ ;
As our Exploration Geologist, you will perform daily geologic functions and special projects in underground exploration activities to keep our production going and our profitability up. Every day you will work at a mine on a remote island about 18 miles outside of Juneau, Alaska. You’ll start every day organizing, scheduling, and prioritizing work activities to ensure timely completion of projects, programs, and objectives. You will log core according to procedure as well as select samples for assaying and prepare samples for shipment. To thrive in this role, you will assist with the design and preparation of drill stations, communicating with the mine operations group. We’re on a remote island, you must know how to work independently, identify, and resolve problems in a timely manner.
About Us
The Greens Creek Mine, located on Admiralty Island 18 miles south of Juneau, is an underground polymetallic mine operating since 1989, employing approximately 515 people. The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company, headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Established in 1891, Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards, Greens Creek is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success.
Here’s what you can expect in this role:
- Training first. Every hire is provided MSHA training in the first 4 days on the job. We also provide department-level training on not just what to do, but safety, as well.
- You will effectively utilize cross-sections in geologic software, keeping current quick logs plotted on the sections.
- Relocate to Juneau and work on a remote island. You will take a boat commute to work every day. Every department is slightly different, but our Geology department works either 4 days on followed by 3 days off or 8 days on followed by 6 days off for 11 hours each day.
- You will assist with publishing weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports and presentations on drill results.
- Safety is important. Every piece of equipment and each work area must be inspected before work starts. You will promote and personally observe safety procedures.
- A team you can rely on, a team that will have your back.
If you’re interested in this role, apply on our website at this link: http://www.hecla.com/career-opportunities/ ;
We have a two-part interview process. If you are selected, our hiring manager will reach out to you via phone call to get to know you and your skill set a little better. Then, if you are selected to move forward, you will be invited to come for a site interview to ensure that we are fit for you, and you are a fit for us.
Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the United States. Hecla Greens Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please visit Hecla’s website at www.hecla.com and our recruiting page at http://www.hecla.com/career-opportunities/ ;
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Mining & Natural Resources
- Energy
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in exploration geologist jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in geology, geoscience, or a related earth science field
- Proficiency in geological mapping, core logging, and field sampling techniques
- Experience with GIS software such as ArcGIS or QGIS for spatial data analysis
- Familiarity with 3D geological modeling platforms such as Leapfrog or Micromine
- Valid driver's license and physical fitness for remote field work conditions
- Professional Geologist licensure or eligibility to obtain state certification
Tips for Your Exploration Geologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to commodity focus
Hiring managers in gold exploration read very differently from those in oil and gas. Lead your resume with the specific commodity, basin, or geology type relevant to each posting. Generic summaries get filtered out fast when the role calls for a porphyry copper specialist.
List field software and lab methods explicitly
Leapfrog, ArcGIS, QGIS, pXRF operation, and core logging systems are screened in applicant tracking before a human reads your file. Name every platform you have used and the context, not just the category. Vague mentions of GIS software do not pass keyword filters.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists exploration geologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target junior roles with active drill programs
Job postings that mention active or imminent drill programs signal immediate field deployment, which means faster skill accumulation and stronger references. Look for language like drill-ready, current resource estimate, or feasibility-stage project when you are evaluating where to focus your applications.
Prepare a field-ready geological narrative
Interviewers in exploration consistently ask you to walk through a past mapping or sampling campaign from planning to interpretation. Rehearse one complete project story that covers your data collection method, quality control steps, and what the results meant for the resource model.
Negotiate field allowances, not just base pay
Total compensation for exploration roles often includes per diem, rotation premiums, and equipment allowances that are easier to negotiate than base salary. Before you accept an offer, ask specifically about fly-in fly-out terms, living-away-from-home rates, and whether camp accommodation is provided or reimbursed.
Exploration Geologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most exploration geologists?
The companies hiring the most exploration geologists right now include Barrick Gold Corporation, Nevada Gold Mines, and Hecla Nevada, with the largest share of openings in Nevada, Utah, and Alaska, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to concentrate in states with active mining districts and oil and gas basins.
How many exploration geologist jobs are remote?
About 0% of exploration geologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is low relative to most technical professions because field work is core to the role. Data interpretation, report writing, and resource modeling positions are the sub-areas most likely to offer partial remote arrangements.
How do you become an exploration geologist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in geology or geoscience, which covers the foundational coursework in mineralogy, petrology, and structural geology. Gain field experience through summer internships, university mapping projects, or entry-level field technician roles. Building proficiency in GIS and 3D modeling software alongside your field hours makes you competitive for your first professional exploration position.
Can you get hired as an exploration geologist with little experience?
Yes, junior exploration geologist roles exist specifically for candidates with a degree and limited commercial field time. Employers filling these roles prioritize demonstrated field competency from thesis mapping projects, field camps, or internships over years of industry experience. Highlighting core logging, sampling protocols, and any exposure to resource estimation software in your application moves your resume past the initial screen.
What does the exploration geologist interview process look like?
Most exploration geologist interviews include a technical screen where you walk through a past field project in detail, covering methodology, data quality, and geological interpretation. A panel interview with senior geologists often follows, with scenario questions about anomaly identification and prioritization decisions. Some employers also give a short data interpretation exercise or ask you to critique a simplified geological map.
Where can I find and apply to exploration geologist jobs?
You can find and apply to exploration geologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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