2027 Summer Internship - Water Resources (Civil) Engineering - TCLW - Hybrid

Freeport McMoRan • Phoenix, AZ

13d • $29 - $36 • Hybrid

About The Position

This internship opportunity is for students and recent graduates interested in Water Resources (Civil) Engineering. Freeport-McMoRan offers internships that recognize excellence and encourage safe production within a culture supported by core values. Interns will be part of a collaborative environment, gaining skills and experience for a successful future. The program is designed for full-time students currently enrolled at an accredited four-year university and recent graduates in North America. These are temporary, full-time, paid positions typically running from May through August. This position may be eligible for immigration work visa sponsorship (H-1B or employment-based permanent residency) based on business needs, performance, and site approval.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year university pursuing a degree, bachelor’s or higher, in Civil /Water Resources Engineering or closely related field; OR Recent graduate (within 12 months prior to internship start date) with a degree, bachelor’s or higher, in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Highly accurate and detail-oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates initiative, organizational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure.
• 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, talk, hear, and see.
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects up to thirty (30) pounds during the workday.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree student in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline (with emphasis on Water Resources or Environmental or Geotechnical sub-disciplines).
• Engineering Intern (EI) or equivalent designation, having passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Knowledge of Water Resources Engineering (Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Hydraulics, Sediment Transport).
• Knowledge of hydrology / hydraulics modeling tools such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, MIKE-11.
• Knowledge of GoldSim software for application in water balance.
• Knowledge of geotechnical instrumentation installation, operation and monitoring systems and associated data.
• Knowledge of geotechnical cross sections and stratigraphy development.
• Knowledge of geotechnical site investigations including drilling and Cone Penetrometer Testing (CPT).
• Knowledge of soil characterization, interpretation of geotechnical lab tests, and geotechnical engineering analysis.
• Ability to use ArcGIS, Power BI, and AutoCAD Civil 3D tools for data visualization and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide water management support related to the operation and maintenance of mine water systems, including process and storm water facilities.
• Support the development of operations maintenance and surveillance manuals.
• Enhance the knowledge base summary for water, stormwater, and non-stormwater dams.
• Attend field inspections of stormwater facilities.
• Support field data collection and verification for water management.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• The estimated pay range for this role is currently $29.00 - $36.00/hour.
• 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.
• Relocation assistance (for those living more than 50 miles away).

What This Job Offers

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