2027 Summer Internship - Electrical Engineering - Site Locations

Freeport McMoRanFreeport McMoRanPhoenix, Arizona, United States
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Posted

9/15/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$29 - $36/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The intern will assist in providing technical advice and guidance for electrical engineering projects while supporting maintenance, process control, and automation systems. They will also participate in site construction or modification projects and develop knowledge of relevant local and federal regulations.

Requirements overview

Candidates must be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited four-year university with a degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills are required.

Key skills

Electrical engineeringData analysisProblem-solvingMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationTechnical adviceMaintenance supportProcess controlAutomationProject managementDetail orientedTeam collaborationSafety compliance

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About Freeport McMoRan

Industry

Mining

Employees

9,972

Type

Public Company

Size

10,001+ employees

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (Freeport) is a leading international metals company with the objective of being foremost in copper. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Freeport operates large, long-lived, geographically diverse assets with significant proven and probable mineral reserves of copper, gold and molybdenum. Freeport’s portfolio of assets includes the Grasberg minerals district in Indonesia, one of the world’s largest copper and gold deposits; and significant operations in North America and South America, including the large-scale Morenci minerals district in Arizona and the Cerro Verde operation in Peru. Freeport has a strong commitment to safety performance, environmental management and the communities where it operates. As a founding member of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), Freeport is committed to implementing ICMM’s Mining Principles, which serve as a best practice framework on sustainable development for the global mining and metals industry. Freeport has also achieved the Copper Mark, a comprehensive assurance framework designed to demonstrate the copper industry’s responsible production practices, at all of its copper-producing sites globally. By supplying responsibly produced copper, Freeport is proud to be a positive contributor to the world well beyond its operational boundaries. Additional information is available at fcx.com

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EngineeringManufacturingEnergyTechnology

Description

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 may be eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship: A foreign national working in a full-time status on an F-1 visa may be considered for H-1B visa sponsorship based on business needs, meeting company performance and safety expectations and with site approval.  A foreign national working in a full-time status may be considered for employment-based permanent residency sponsorship, based on business needs, completion of six (6) months of employment, meeting company performance and safety expectations and with site approval.    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, assists in providing technical advice and guidance for designated engineering projects and programs at assigned site.  Support Maintenance Division, Process Control, and Automation related systems  Assists in the review, investigation and development of appropriate recommendations regarding electrical engineering projects  Interacts on a frequent basis with internal and external electrical engineering resources   Participates on small to medium site construction, expansion or modification projects  Develop working knowledge of local, state and federal regulations appropriate to area of assignment 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 Electrical Engineering or closely related Engineering field; OR  Recent graduate (within 12 months prior to internship start date) with a degree in Electrical Engineering or closely 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.  Preferred Qualifications What We Offer: The estimated pay range for this role is currently $29.00-$36.00/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 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.

Requirements

  • Electrical engineering
  • Data analysis
  • Problem-solving
  • Microsoft Office
  • Communication
  • Technical advice
  • Maintenance support
  • Process control
  • Automation
  • Project management
  • Detail oriented
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety compliance

Benefits

  • Hands-on experience
  • Mentorship
  • Professional development opportunities

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