2027 Summer Internship - Corporate & Business Development - Hybrid

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 hybrid internship program allows interns to work virtually as well as come together in person regularly at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix and/or our site locations. Interns participating in our hybrid internship program will be expected to live within a reasonable commuting distance – 50 miles one-way – of the company’s corporate offices to ensure availability when meeting attendance/collaboration is needed. Interns living more than 50 miles away would be required to relocate and would be eligible for travel and housing assistance. What You Will Do Under close supervision, perform a variety of duties, which could include, but not limited to: Conduct mining industry research. Prepare reports and market updates related to the international mining business for including public market valuations, share performance, copper production and projects, M&A and mining industry developments and research reports. Review and/or prepare analysis and interpret results using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation to complex valuation and life of mine excel models. Assist department personnel with management of corporate and government affairs, including the promotion and development of mining law reforms internationally, preparing management presentations for industry stakeholders, and reviewing/preparing corporate communication with government authorities, Mining Association, and other stakeholders. Assist department personnel with managing business transactions, including due diligence and coordinating with multiple discipline teams, including legal, financial, and technical personnel on project evaluation, execution, and integration processes. Support management of international business relations of company’s strategic partners. What You Bring To Freeport Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year university pursuing a degree, bachelor’s or higher, in a relevant business field; OR Recent graduate (within 12 months prior to internship start date) with a degree, bachelor’s or higher, in a relevant business field. Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills. Highly accurate and detail oriented. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrates initiative, organizational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, talk, hear, and see. Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects up to thirty (30) pounds during the workday. 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 HRSC@fmi.com.