SQM Careers

Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile (SQM) is a leading global producer of specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, and industrial chemicals. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Santiago, Chile, SQM operates extensive production facilities in the Atacama Desert, leveraging one of the world's richest sources of natural resources. The company employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is recognized for its commitment to sustainable mining and chemical production, aiming to meet growing global demand for products that support food production, clean energy, and technological innovation.

SQM's mission is to create value through the efficient and sustainable use of natural resources, contributing to the well-being of people and the environment. It holds a strong market position as one of the largest lithium producers globally, supplying key materials for electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy storage systems. In recent years, SQM has expanded its lithium production capacity and entered strategic partnerships to meet surging demand in the clean energy sector, while also maintaining leadership in iodine and specialty fertilizers. The company is publicly traded on both the Santiago Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: SQM).