2026 Summer Skilled Trades Internship - Boilermaker Welder

Why You Should Apply for This Internship

At Freeport-McMoRan, 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 skilled trade internship program is designed for students currently enrolled in an associate degree or certification program and recent graduates in North America. These are temporary, full-time paid positions that usually run from May through August. Apply Today!

Candidates for this position are not eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

Where You Will Work

Interns are placed at sites across Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Texas, where they contribute to our business in various fields based on organizational needs.

Description

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Under direct supervision

• Assist with a variety of welding processes such as SMAW, FCAW / GMAW, TIG Welding, Carbon Arc Gouging etc., on various equipment.
• Assist Boilermaker Welders with routine welding and maintenance activities which may include fabrication to blueprints or field fabrication.
• Assist with completion of work orders and other maintenance documentation.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO FREEPORT

WHAT WE REQUIRE

Compensation :

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $22.50 / hour. Individual pay rates will be based on education and relevant experience.

Safety / Work Conditions :

Freeport-McMoRan has reviewed the jobs at its various office and operating sites and determined that many of these jobs require employees to perform essential job functions that pose a direct threat to the safety or health of the employees performing these tasks or others. Accordingly, the Company has designated the following positions as safety-sensitive :

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veteran / Disability

Please be advised Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com.