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Freeport-McMoRan · 13 hours ago

2026 Spring Internship - Full-Time - Mine Engineering

Morenci, AZ

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$28.25/hr - $35.25/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Freeport-McMoRan is committed to providing internship opportunities that recognize excellence and encourage safe production. The internship role involves assisting with various engineering projects to support operations, including project development, budgeting, and implementing new technology to improve safety and efficiency.

Mining

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsored

Responsibilities

Assist in coordinating mining, mechanical, civil and other engineering projects to include developing a scope of work, generating cost estimate and preparing a project information package

Assist in evaluating current systems and processes and implement optimizations to improve efficiencies

Project work including project development, budgeting, engineering, purchasing, construction, cost control, quality controls and implementation

Develop engineering projects utilizing new technology to constantly upgrade and improve safety efficiencies, cost controls and protection of the environment

Promote and initiate positive employee relations designed to facilitate teamwork and job satisfaction through participation

Participate with operating and maintenance departments in problem solving efforts to improve safety, efficiencies, cost controls, and protection of the environment

Assist operating and maintenance departments in the implementation of new technology

Intern may be assigned to Long Range Planning, Short Range Planning, Ore Control, Surveying, Technical Support, or Geology

Perform other duties as required

Qualification

Mining EngineeringData AnalysisProject ManagementMicrosoft OfficeCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year university pursuing a degree, bachelor's or higher, in an appropriate Mining Engineering discipline or related Engineering field; OR

Recent graduate (having graduated within 12 months prior to internship start date) with a degree, bachelor's or higher, in Mining Engineering or related Engineering 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