Research & Development - Graduate Internship

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    10,001+ employeesDhahranOil and Gas
    Actively hiringPaidSummer 2027Oil and Gas
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    About the role#

    The Reservoir Engineering Technology team conducts applied research to improve the understanding of multiphase flow in porous media and formation evaluation. As a graduate intern, you will work on a defined research project under the guidance of experienced researchers. This role provides practical experience in an industrial research and development environment.

    What you'll do#

    • Contribute to research projects involving multiphase flow, formation evaluation, or petrophysical characterization.
    • Conduct literature reviews and summarize relevant technical advances.
    • Assist with laboratory experiments, technology evaluations, and workflow development.
    • Explore topics such as transport properties, enhanced recovery, and fluid-rock interactions.
    • Analyze experimental results and geological, petrophysical, or production data.
    • Develop or modify code and research software to support modeling and data analysis.
    • Apply engineering principles to investigate research questions and identify trends.
    • Document methods, assumptions, and results to ensure reproducible research.
    • Collaborate with team members and participate in technical discussions.
    • Prepare a technical report and a final presentation of your findings.
    • Follow all laboratory safety procedures and comply with company conduct and cybersecurity requirements.

    What you'll need#

    • A bachelor’s degree in engineering, geoscience, physics, mathematics, or a related field.
    • Current enrollment in a graduate program in one of these disciplines.
    • Coursework or research experience in porous media, fluid flow, petrophysics, geomechanics, or reservoir engineering.
    • Experience with laboratory experimentation, data analysis, or scientific computing.
    • Familiarity with programming tools such as Python, C++, or MATLAB.
    • The ability to review technical literature and communicate findings clearly in English.
    • A professional approach, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
    • Availability for the full summer 2027 term.

    Location & details#

    • Location: Houston, Texas.
    • Term: Summer 2027.
    • Modality: On-site.
    • This is a paid, full-time internship.

    About aramco

    Aramco produces energy and chemicals for global markets. The company operates in sectors including oil exploration, refining, and power systems. It maintains a focus on both traditional energy supply and the transition to a low carbon economy. Based in Dhahran, the company employs over 10,000 people and functions as a public entity.

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