About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to apply engineering skills within the Upstream organization. Interns work within established engineering and operations teams to complete one or more projects over the course of 10 to 12 weeks. Participants receive diversified training through on-the-job assignments and are paired with a technical mentor and supervisor for guidance.
What you'll do#
- Complete one or more technical projects related to fields such as reservoir, production, facilities, drilling, or completions.
- Develop and improve engineering techniques, including forecasting and design modifications.
- Participate in on-the-job assignments to bridge the gap between academic study and professional engineering practice.
- Collaborate with established engineering and operations teams to achieve project goals.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program or higher in Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Environmental, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering, or Business Administration.
- Standing as a sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student.
- Minimum cumulative and major GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Previous internship or co-op experience in an energy-related field is preferred.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027 (10-12 continuous weeks).
- Modality: On-site.
- Locations: Kenedy, TX; Houston, TX; Dickinson, ND; Anchorage, AK; or Midland, TX.
- Employment status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available for this position.
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