Rio Tinto Foundation

Four-year programs providing hands-on technical experience to earn a nationally recognized trade qualification, crucial for the seamless and safe operation of Rio Tinto's assets.

Provides specialized training focusing on the development of First Nations People and Women, offering Certificate II or III qualifications for entry-level or semi-skilled roles.

A two-year program for recent graduates, focusing on foundational and future skills, with opportunities for rotations and career development in various business areas across Australia and New Zealand. It aims to foster diversity and provides real-life exposure to a large organization.

A 12-week Summer Internship Program (November to February) for university students, offering hands-on experience and practical insights, with potential for a graduate position.

A scholarship program for Indigenous students pursuing university studies at Australian universities, with a focus on supporting Pilbara Traditional Owners who are part of the Regional Framework Deed.

A dedicated initiative offering scholarships to Indigenous students pursuing university studies at Australian universities, in collaboration with Traditional Owner groups in the Pilbara region.

This program offers scholarships to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students pursuing full-time undergraduate university studies at Australian universities, with a focus on supporting Pilbara Traditional Owners. It provides a study allowance and opportunities for work experience.

A 10-year, $37.5 million agreement between Rio Tinto and the Shire of Ashburton to deliver key infrastructure projects, local services, and public events in Tom Price, Paraburdoo, and Pannawonica, Western Australia, focusing on town amenity, infrastructure development, and community resilience.

A global research centre funded by a $150 million Rio Tinto investment over 10 years, connecting the Australian National University (ANU) and other international institutions to research sustainable materials, promote Indigenous rights, and support the clean energy transition.

A 10-year, $37.5 million partnership between the Shire of Ashburton and Rio Tinto, renewed in 2022, to deliver infrastructure projects, local services, and public events aimed at fostering economic diversity and social connection in Tom Price, Paraburdoo, and Pannawonica.

This program invites local grass-roots organisations to apply for funding to support Western Australian communities where Rio Tinto operates and where its employees live and work, including neighbouring operations and regional FIFO communities.

Rio Tinto committed an additional $10 million to the Shire of Ashburton for the Minna Oval Development Project in Tom Price, which includes a clubhouse, sports viewing areas, changerooms, and a playground, enhancing sports and recreation facilities.

This program provides grants of up to A$5,000 to local grassroots organisations in Western Australia where Rio Tinto Iron Ore and Dampier Salt Limited operate, including regional FIFO communities, focusing on thriving communities, environmental stewardship, creating opportunities, walking together, and caring for Country.

This program supports Indigenous students throughout their university studies, particularly those from Traditional Owner groups in the Pilbara, and offers pathways into Rio Tinto through internship and graduate programs.

This program invites local grassroots organisations in Western Australia, including those near Rio Tinto's operations and regional FIFO communities, to apply for up to $5,000 to support community initiatives.

This program supports Indigenous Australian students, particularly those from Traditional Owner groups in the Pilbara, to pursue full-time undergraduate studies at Australian universities in fields such as Engineering, Mathematics, Science, Business, and Environment, offering a study allowance and paid vacation work.

This program supports Indigenous students studying at university in Australia, particularly those from Traditional Owner groups in the Pilbara, and offers pathways to employment through vacation and graduate programs.

This program offers grants of up to $5,000 to local grass-roots organisations in Western Australia to support communities where Rio Tinto operates, focusing on areas like community wellbeing, environment, education, economic development, and Indigenous initiatives.

Rio Tinto has committed A$250 million to this Western Australian Government initiative, supporting iconic infrastructure projects in areas such as education, training, health, Aboriginal wellbeing, and energy decarbonisation.

This program provides grants of up to A$5,000 to local grassroots organisations in Western Australian communities where Rio Tinto operates, supporting initiatives focused on thriving communities, environmental stewardship, and creating opportunities.

This program offers grants of up to $5,000 to local grass-roots organisations in Western Australia, supporting communities where Rio Tinto operates and where its employees live, including regional FIFO communities.

Rio Tinto is the sole funder of the Australia-Japan Innovation Fund (AJIF), which allocates research grants to promote industry-academia-government collaboration between Australia and Japan. Grants support research in science, technology, and innovation, particularly in areas relevant to the resources industry like green steel and renewable energy systems.