Practica Profesional — Legal In-House Mineria (Santiago)

BHP Chile offers a 6-month practica profesional placement in its in-house legal department in Santiago for final-year Derecho students. The programme provides unique exposure to in-house legal practice at the world's largest mining company, covering mining contracts, environmental compliance, labour relations, and corporate governance.

Practicantes gain understanding of how legal teams operate within a major multinational corporation and the intersection of Chilean and international legal frameworks in the mining sector. The programme includes mentorship from senior lawyers and exposure to BHP's global legal operations.

• Assisting with contract review and administration for mining services agreements
• Conducting legal research on Codigo de Mineria, environmental regulations, and water rights
• Supporting environmental compliance monitoring and reporting
• Reviewing and summarising legal correspondence and regulatory filings
• Attending internal legal team meetings and global training sessions

• Final-year Derecho student completing practica profesional
• Enrolled at a recognised Chilean university
• Strong interest in mining, environmental, or corporate law
• English proficiency at B2+ level (BHP operates in English)
• Willingness to engage with technical and commercial teams