2027 Summer Internship - Global Supply Chain - Site Locations

Freeport-McMoRan; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan offers a full-time paid internship designed for current students and recent graduates in North America. Interns gain hands-on experience in supply chain activities across several locations in Arizona and nearby states, with exposure to procurement, inventory, and logistics processes.

The program emphasizes safety, effective communication, and professional development, including mentorship and real-world projects that impact operations.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year university pursuing a degree in Supply Chain or related fields.
• Recent graduate within 12 months with a degree in Supply Chain or related fields.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Familiarity with purchasing rules, inventory control systems and AP processes.
• Ability to research vendors, contracts, equipment and supplies.
• Proficient with computer databases to maintain records.
• Able to operate light warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload goods and place into inventory.
• Review requisitions and place orders for goods.
• Review inventory records to determine availability.
• Assist in special projects to manage goods and services.
• Maintain records of delivered items and remaining inventory.
• Update manual or automated inventory listings.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Multitasking

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Office

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, performs a variety of supply chain duties which could include but not limited to:

• Receives and unloads goods and materials and places into inventory.
• Reviews Requisitions and places orders for goods and materials.
• Reviews inventory records to determine availability.
• Special projects to assist in the management of goods & services.
• Maintains records of delivered items and remaining inventory.
• Updates manual or automated inventory listings.
• Performs 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 Supply Chain or the related fields of Business, Accounting or Engineering,OR
• Recent graduate (within 12 months prior to internship start date) with a degree, bachelor’s or higher, in Supply Chain or the related fields of Business, Accounting or Engineering.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Knowledge of purchasing rules, regulations, inventory control systems and methods, forms. purchase orders and accounts payable processes.
• Ability to research and gather information related to vendors, contracts, equipment and supplies.
• Ability to use computer databases to research, maintain and update records and files.
• Able to operate a variety of light equipment, hand trucks and vehicles within a warehouse environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Able to use a variety of computer software, including word processing, database and spreadsheet applications (Microsoft office suite).
• Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.

What We Offer

• The estimated pay range for this role is currently $23.50-$29.25/hour. 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