Orissa Ghai, Scholarship Winner 2023

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Connecting the copper-curious to the leaders shaping the industry.

Whether you're studying engineering, working in the copper value chain, or looking to learn about the industry, our programs bring you into the copper community.

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    Elevating Early Talent

    Scholarships - Financial support and industry connection for students pursuing copper and related fields. Apply for a scholarship→

    Mining Camps - Hands-on summer programs that build curiosity about careers in copper. Learn about Mining Camps→

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    Connecting Emerging Leaders

    Future Leaders Forum - An annual gathering that puts early-career professionals in direct conversation with the people shaping the industry's future. Reserve a seat→

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    Celebrating Leadership & Progress

    Annual Dinner - The copper community's flagship night honoring its leaders and funding the next generation. Attend the Annual Dinner→

    Ankh Award - The Copper Club's highest honor, presented each year to an individual whose contributions have shaped the industry. See past winners →

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MINING CAMPS

We're proud to support summer camps that bring copper to life.

We partner with universities and educators to fund summer camps that bring earth-science careers to life — for both students discovering the field and the teachers shaping their experience. Whether you're curious about our work or leading a camp that could use support, we'd love to connect.

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Past Mining Camp Partners

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