2027 Summer Internship - Environmental Engineering - Site Locations

Freeport-McMoRan; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Professional development

Impact projects

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan offers a paid internship designed for full-time students and recent graduates in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science. The role provides hands-on experience in environmental monitoring, data collection, and regulatory compliance at various Arizona locations.

Under supervision, you will support instrumentation installation, sampling, data analysis, and site inspections, while developing technical and written communication skills in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or higher in environmental field.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and able to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for environmental projects under supervision.
• Assist in installation, operation, and maintenance of monitoring instruments.
• Operate sampling and data gathering equipment and ensure data quality.
• Support hazardous waste site inspections and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain labeling and monitoring of solid waste and hazardous materials.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Enrolled in four-year Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science program

Recent graduate (within 12 months) in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science

Job description

Why You Should Apply for This Internship

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing internship opportunities that recognize excellence and encourage safe production with a culture supported by our core values. You'll be part of a collaborative environment, gaining the skills and experience to set you on the path to a successful future.

Our internship 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 that usually run from May through August.

This position is not eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

Where You Will Work

Interns are assigned to various locations in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Texas, and Iowa, supporting our business in a variety of disciplines.

What You Will Do

Under general supervision, 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.

What You Bring To Freeport

• 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.

What We Offer

• The estimated pay range for this role is currently $27.00 - $33.75/ho ur. Individual pay rates will be based on level of education and relevant experience.
• 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 We Require

• 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.
• Work is in an office, mine, or manufacturing plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles.
• 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.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves, and any other protective equipment as required.
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as per applicable state laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer