2027 Summer Internship - Environmental Engineering - Site Locations

Freeport McMoRan • Phoenix, AZ

53d • $27 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Freeport-McMoRan is offering internship opportunities for students and recent graduates to gain skills and experience in a collaborative environment. The program is designed for full-time students enrolled in accredited four-year universities and recent graduates in North America. These are temporary, full-time, paid positions typically running from May through August. This position is not eligible for immigration work visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year university pursuing a degree, bachelor’s or higher, in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science discipline or closely related field; OR Recent graduate (within 12 months prior to internship start date) with a degree, bachelor’s or higher, in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science or closely related field.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Possesses strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Highly accurate and detail oriented.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates initiative, organizational skills and ability to work well under pressure.
• Demonstrates ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to understand, apply and communicate verbal and written work and safety-related instructions, procedures, job assignments and applicable safety standards in English.
• Must be able to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear, and see.
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects up to thirty (30) pounds during the workday.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support and guidance for environmental projects and programs at assigned site for the Environmental Department.
• Assists in the installation, operation, and maintenance of environmental and emission monitoring instruments and testing equipment necessary to determine air, land, or water pollution levels.
• Operates and monitors a wide variety of sampling and data gathering equipment.
• Assists in performing hazardous waste site inspections and collaborates in recommending appropriate action to management in compliance with regulations.
• Ensures proper labeling of solid waste and hazardous materials.
• Assists with the monitoring of solid waste such as drums, hazardous materials collection sites and reclamation sites.
• Maintains current knowledge of site environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects and initiatives that drive impact across the organization.
• Exposure to various aspects of business operations across our North America sites.
• Ability to develop and enhance technical and analytical skills.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern