About the role#
Devon Energy offers an engineering internship that provides students with the chance to apply engineering principles in a professional environment. You will participate in team and individual assignments to gain exposure to real-world projects. This program helps you develop technical and professional skills while exploring career opportunities within our exploration and production business units.
What you'll do#
- Perform duties typically assigned to an entry-level engineer.
- Apply engineering principles, theories, and concepts to daily assignments.
- Collaborate with field staff on tasks related to drilling, completions, production, gas processing, and pipeline operations.
- Assist with technical evaluations, operational procedures, reservoir performance assessments, and identifying developmental prospects.
- Use your understanding of field operations to improve project outcomes.
- Expand the technical skills you acquired in college through on-the-job assignments.
What you'll need#
- Full-time student status pursuing a degree in Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Current standing as a Sophomore or Junior.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
- Integrity, accountability, and a focus on business improvement.
- Ability to adapt to change and work effectively as a team player.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with effective problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of oil and gas industry practices is a plus.
Location & details#
- Locations: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Houston, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site, full-time, paid internship.
- Note: We do not provide sponsorship for this position.
About Devon Energy
Devon Energy operates as an oil and natural gas producer within the United States. Founded in 1971, the company maintains a focus on exploration and production across multiple basins. It is a public company headquartered in Oklahoma City. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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