2027 Summer Internship - Government Relations

Freeport-McMoRan; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan offers a 2027 Summer Internship in Government Relations in Phoenix, AZ. The program runs May through August as a temporary full-time paid position for students or recent graduates.

The role involves research, meeting attendance, summarizing documents, and compiling reports under supervision. Successful candidates will have strong communication, MS Office proficiency, and a willingness to work in a fast-paced setting with confidentiality and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full-time at a four-year university in a listed field or a recent graduate within 12 months.
• Basic understanding of federal government and Congress.
• Confidential handling of department matters.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Zoom).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced office and manage time effectively.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Interface with in-house staff on research and assigned projects.
• Assist preparing reports.
• Prepare summaries of meetings and research.
• Attend meetings and travel as requested by manager; create reports on proceedings; and analyze and organize business records.
• Conduct administrative work as needed.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Time management

Research

Report writing

Attention to detail

Education

Enrollment in a four-year university (or recent graduate) in Political Science, Criminal Justice, Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration, Psychology

Bachelor’s degree or higher in listed fields (for graduates)

Job description

2027 Summer Internship - Government Relations

Requisition ID: 146801

Location:

Phoenix, AZ, US, 85004-2121

Category: Intern

Why You Should Apply For This Job:

Why You Should Apply for This Internship

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing internship opportunities that recognizes excellence and encourages 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.

What You Will Do

Under general supervision, performs research and project work that assists the Government Relations Department. The position requires assisting senior corporate Government Relations professionals in day-to-day operations. Summarize legal and business documents, conduct research, attend and observe meetings, conference calls, and manage assigned projects.

• Interface with in-house staff on research and assigned projects.
• Assist preparing reports.
• Prepare summaries of meetings and research.
• Attend meetings and travel as requested by manager; create reports on proceedings; and analyze and organize business records.
• Conduct administrative work as needed.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year university pursuing a degree, bachelor’s or higher, majoring in Political Science, Criminal Justice, Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration, Psychology, or a closely related field OR
• Recent graduate (within 12 months prior to internship start date) with a degree, bachelor’s or higher, in Political Science, Criminal Justice, Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration, Psychology, or a closely related field.
• Basic understanding of and interest in the workings of federal government and Congress.
• Ability and willingness to keep department matters strictly confidential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and Zoom.
• Excellent Skills to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced office and effectively work with time.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated.

Preferred Qualifications

What We Offer:

• The estimated pay range for this role is currently$21.00-$25.50/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