About the role#
This is a 12-week paid summer internship for students pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering. You will work within either the Project Engineering or Reliability Department to gain exposure to refinery operations and safety practices. You will report to a senior engineer and complete a final presentation on your projects and accomplishments.
What you'll do#
- Perform engineering research and provide technical assistance.
- Support the development of engineering packages and generate discipline-related work scopes.
- Update engineering records, databases, and project documentation.
- Edit engineering training manuals.
- Assist in creating and updating equipment reliability and integrity plans.
- Review existing engineering documentation, including drawings and technical data.
- Consult with Senior Project Engineers and Managers.
- Conduct site visits to witness activities and perform project scoping and verification.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma.
- Enrollment in an accredited Electrical Engineering Bachelor Degree program with at least sophomore status.
- Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week for the full 12-week program.
- Valid driver's license.
- Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
- Eligibility for a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site role based in Lemont, Illinois or Downers Grove, Illinois.
- The internship term is Summer 2027.
About CITGO
CITGO Petroleum Corporation operates as an independent refiner in the United States. Founded in 1983, the company maintains headquarters in Houston, Texas. It manages three refineries alongside a network of terminals, pipelines, and blending plants. The organization employs over 5,000 people to produce and market fuels, lubricants, and petrochemicals.
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