Summer Internship - Mechanical Engineering - Site Locations

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Why You Should Apply for This Internship

At Freeport-Mc Mo Ran , 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.

This position may be eligible for Freeport-Mc Mo Ran  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.

Under general supervision, performs project work that will consist of field work and data collection and analysis.

• Assembles data and assists with problem-solving requiring basic theories and engineering fundamentals
• Utilizes computer programs to solve engineering problems
• Assists with layout and design of routine small and medium-sized engineering projects
• Assists with specification development or preparation
• Assists with technical evaluation of equipment and material
• Assists with maintaining accurate and current project documentation
• May perform as a member of a survey or GPS mapping crew
• Assist in coordinating mechanical and other engineering projects to include developing a scope of work, generating cost estimate and preparing a project information package
• Assist in evaluating current systems and processes and implement optimizations to improve efficiency
• Project work including project development, budgeting, engineering, purchasing, construction, cost control, quality controls and implementation
• Develop engineering projects utilizing new technology to constantly upgrade and improve safety efficiencies, cost controls and protection of the environment
• Promote, and initiate positive employee relations designed to facilitate teamwork and job satisfaction through participation
• Perform other duties as required

• Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year university, pursuing a degree, bachelor’s or higher, majoring in an appropriate Mechanical Engineering discipline or related Engineering field; OR
• Recent graduate (within 12 months prior to internship start date) with a degree, bachelor’s or higher, in Mechanical Engineering or 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.

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…