About the role#
As a Land Intern, you will work within an exploration or asset team to gain firsthand experience in the upstream oil and gas business. You will be paired with a mentor and a buddy to help guide your work throughout the summer. You will participate in an all-summer project and smaller assignments that provide exposure to different Land teams, including traditional oil and gas and Chevron New Energies. At the end of the term, you will present your project experience to senior management.
What you'll do#
- Negotiate with external partners and landowners while drafting agreements related to exploration and production.
- Perform title work on exploratory, development, workover, and plug and abandonment wells.
- Provide Land support to multidisciplinary teams to assist in strategic business decisions.
- Interact with federal and state agencies regarding regulatory issues.
- Manage surface land issues including access, water, and fencing.
- Review and interpret third-party contracts and complicated title opinions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program such as Business Administration, Finance, Political Science, Environmental Engineering, or Economics.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to express thoughts clearly in writing and verbally.
- A desire to learn and a willingness to provide and accept feedback.
- Ability to plan and organize work to ensure efficiency.
- Experience or aptitude in contract interpretation, drafting, and problem-solving.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- Work is on-site.
- Locations: Houston, TX; Midland, TX; Covington, LA; Bakersfield, CA; Denver, CO; Greeley, CO.
- The hourly pay range for this position is $31.75 to $48.00, depending on discipline, degree level, and academic year.
About Chevron
Chevron is a public company operating within the oil and gas industry. The firm produces crude oil and natural gas while managing refining, shipping, and pipeline operations. It also develops motor fuels, lubricants, and petrochemicals alongside energy technology and renewable fuel projects. With over 55,000 employees, the company maintains a significant presence in Houston, Texas and San Ramon, California.
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