2027 Summer Internship - MIS - Site Locations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Professional development

Cross-site exposure

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. invites motivated students to join its 2027 Summer MIS Internship, with assignments at various site operations in Arizona and other North American locations.

You'll perform MIS duties under supervision, gain hands-on experience with data systems, reporting, and process improvement, and be paid for a temporary full-time role May–August.

The program emphasizes safety, collaboration, and real-world projects across site operations.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full-time at a four-year university pursuing MIS or related field.
• Recent graduate within 12 months with MIS or Computer Technology degree or closely related field.
• Proficient in MS Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Supports MIS-related duties per department; overtime may be required.
• Assists with data-driven process improvement projects.
• Monitors system health of supported applications.
• Creates reports using advanced querying and reporting tools.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

MIS or Computer Technology degree (current student or recent graduate)

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Report writing tools

Job description

Title: 2027 Summer Internship - MIS - Site Locations

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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 MIS related duties assigned per department. As such responsibilities are carried out; unscheduled and scheduled overtime may be required. Also may be required to work outside of normal working hours.

This MIS internship will be located at one of our Site operations. Below are samples of summer projects that interns will be assigned.

Operations Systems Analyst Tasks Include:

• Provides support for operational and engineering applications and data systems.
• Assists with data-driven process improvement projects.
• Monitor and maintain system health of supported applications.
• Create reports using advanced querying and report-building tools.

Control Systems Analyst Tasks Include:

• Provides technical support for designated plant control system (PCS) information technology.
• Supports the process control network (PCN), O/S patching/upgrades and security-related technologies within the PCS.
• Monitor and maintain system health of supported systems Develops documentation of plant control system IT-related services.
• Sets up, delivers and installs PCs and peripheral equipment.
• Installs software and assists with routine user questions and problems.
• Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of PC or peripheral related issues.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of equipment. 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 an appropriate MIS or Computer Technology discipline or closely related field; OR
• Recent graduate (within 12 months prior to internship start date) with a degree, bachelor’s or higher, in MIS, or Computer Technology 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 oral 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.

Preferred Qualifications

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

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