Summer Internship – Environmental

Freeport-McMoRan

. Provide technical support and guidance for environmental projects and programs at an assigned site for the Environmental Department .

Posted 9/21/2026internshipPhoenix • Arizona • United StatesEntry Level💰 $27 - $34 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental monitoring and compliance, with strong capabilities in data analysis and problem-solving. Proficient in the operation and maintenance of environmental testing equipment and effective communication of safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental ScienceData AnalysisMicrosoft Office ProficiencyHazardous Waste Management

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Hard Skills

Environmental MonitoringEmission TestingSampling Equipment OperationData-Gathering EquipmentHazardous Waste InspectionSolid Waste ManagementRegulatory ComplianceTechnical SupportProblem-SolvingDetail Orientation

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationInitiative

Industry Keywords

Environmental PoliciesSafety StandardsPollution LevelsWaste LabelingReclamation Sites

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical support and guidance for environmental projects and programs at an assigned site for the Environmental Department
Assist in the installation, operation, and maintenance of environmental and emission monitoring instruments and testing equipment to determine air, land, or water pollution levels
Operate and monitor sampling and data-gathering equipment
Assist with hazardous waste site inspections and collaborate in recommending appropriate action to management in compliance with regulations
Ensure proper labeling of solid waste and hazardous materials
Assist with monitoring solid waste, including drums, hazardous materials collection sites, and reclamation sites
Maintain current knowledge of site environmental policies and procedures
Perform other duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year university pursuing a bachelor's or higher degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a closely related field
OR recent graduate within 12 months prior to the internship start date with a bachelor's or higher degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a closely related field
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
Highly accurate and detail oriented
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Initiative and organizational skills; ability to work well under pressure
Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment
Ability to understand, apply, and communicate verbal and written work and safety-related instructions, procedures, job assignments, and applicable safety standards in English
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet time-sensitive deadlines
Mandatory pre-employment drug testing and ongoing random drug testing as per applicable state laws
Not eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Temporary full-time paid position
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 North America sites
Ability to develop and enhance technical and analytical skills
Mentorship and professional development opportunities
Virtual work arrangement with in-person collaboration when needed at the Phoenix Collaboration Hub and/or site locations