Summer Internship – Reliability Engineering

Freeport-McMoRan

. Perform project work involving field work, data collection, and analysis under general supervision .

Posted 10/7/2026internshipPhoenix • Arizona • United StatesEntry Level💰 $29 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong data analysis and problem-solving skills while effectively collaborating in a team environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and capable of developing scopes of work for preventive maintenance activities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Data AnalysisProblem-SolvingMicrosoft Office ProficiencyTeam CollaborationProject Documentation

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionEngineering FundamentalsEquipment Reliability AnalysisPreventive MaintenanceTechnical Evaluation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsDetail OrientedOrganizational SkillsInitiativeAbility to Work Under Pressure

Industry Keywords

Engineering DisciplineSafety StandardsTeamworkEmployee RelationsOptimization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform project work involving field work, data collection, and analysis under general supervision
Assemble data and assist with problem-solving using basic theories and engineering fundamentals
Use computer programs to solve equipment reliability problems
Assist with technical evaluation of equipment and material
Maintain accurate and current project documentation
Participate as a member of an equipment maintenance crew as needed
Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and other departments
Develop scopes of work for minor and major preventive maintenance activities
Evaluate current systems and processes and implement optimizations to improve efficiencies
Assist in developing detailed information packets
Promote positive employee relations and facilitate teamwork and job satisfaction
Perform other duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year university pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in an appropriate Engineering discipline, OR recent graduate within 12 months prior to internship start date with a bachelor's degree or higher in an appropriate Engineering discipline
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
Highly accurate and detail oriented
Strong oral and written communication skills
Initiative, organizational skills, and 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 multitask, work under pressure, and meet time-sensitive deadlines
Ability to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, talk, hear, and see
Ability to occasionally lift objects up to 30 pounds
Mandatory pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing as per applicable state laws

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