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2026 Summer Intern - Environmental Science or Sustainability - Hybrid

CompanyFreeport McMoRan
LocationPhoenix
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will provide technical support for projects in the Sustainability Department, focusing on Responsible Sourcing, Climate Change, and Human Rights. Responsibilities include conducting due diligence on risks, maintaining datasets, and performing research to aid decision-making.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
9529
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
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
About the Role

What You Will Do

Under general supervision, provides technical support and guidance for projects and programs for the Sustainability Department in the areas of Responsible Sourcing, Climate Change and Human Rights. 

  • Assists in conducting and recording due diligence on environmental and human rights risks in the supply chain. 
  • Assists in developing and maintaining datasets to record actions for various purposes. 
  • Assists in reviewing and maintaining collaboration platforms for the Sustainability Team. 
  • Conducts human rights or climate change related research to enable team in decision-making, including benchmarking against competitors, peers or others in the value chain. 
  • Perform other duties as required. 

What You Bring To Freeport

  • Currently enrolled at an accredited four-year university pursuing a degree, bachelor’s or higher, in Environmental Science or closely related field OR 
  • Recent graduate (within 12 months prior to internship start date) with a degree, bachelor’s or higher in Environmental Science or closely related 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 verbal 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

Key Skills
Environmental ScienceSustainabilityData AnalysisProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationDetail OrientedInitiativeMicrosoft Office
Categories
Environmental & SustainabilityScience & Research