About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027. You will join the Corporate Contracts Management department to support the creation and execution of engineering and construction agreements. The role involves managing contract lifecycles, ensuring policy compliance, and identifying process improvements to support project performance.
What you'll do#
- Create and execute agreements for engineering, construction, IT, and staffing services.
- Track contract spending against budgets and manage changes.
- Maintain document control and ensure all contract requirements are met.
- Analyze contract data to identify trends and prepare performance reports.
- Review supplier bid proposals, develop tabulations, and make award recommendations.
- Negotiate pricing and use cost modeling to maintain competitive value.
- Support the planning of yearly process improvements based on project lessons learned.
- Issue notices to contractors and document project meetings.
What you'll need#
- Current full-time enrollment in an accredited four-year university, or graduation within 12 months of the internship start date.
- A bachelor's degree or higher in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, or another related Engineering field.
- Preferred: Final year of a master's program in construction management or related engineering.
- Ability to communicate safety and work-related instructions in English.
- Capacity to multitask and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and perform standard office duties.
Location & details#
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona.
- Modality: Hybrid. You must live within 60 miles of the corporate office or be willing to relocate.
- Sponsorship: This position may be eligible for immigration work visa sponsorship based on business needs and site approval.
About Freeport-McMoRan
Freeport-McMoRan is a mining company based in Phoenix, Arizona. Founded in 1834, it focuses on the production of copper, gold, and molybdenum. The company operates assets in North America, South America, and Indonesia. It employs over 10,001 people.
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