2027 Summer Internship - Environmental - Virtual
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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. Apply Today!
This position is not eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.
Where You Will Work
Freeport-McMoRan is a leading international metals company with global headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support our operations in accounting and finance, human resources, health and safety, information technology, planning, engineering, and more. Our virtual internship program allows interns to work virtually as well as come together in person when needed at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix and/or one of our site locations. Interns can work remotely from most states in the U.S., with the exception of California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma and South Carolina. Additional states may be excluded from virtual work based on business factors.
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/hour. In dividual 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.
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
Please be advised Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to [email protected].
About Freeport-McMoRan
Leading international mining company focused on copper production.
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