About the role#
This internship offers university students a chance to work directly with drilling crews in the field. You will gain experience across multiple phases of oil well drilling and work a semi-rotational schedule. This is a full-time, paid position for the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Perform essential rig duties, including typical Floorhand tasks.
- Prioritize safety by following all rig protocols and procedures.
- Collaborate with the Performance Drilling Group to help improve drilling processes.
- Assist the Maintenance Group with troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing drilling systems.
- Work with the Drilling Engineering team to develop technical solutions to issues encountered on the rig.
What you'll need#
- Status as a university junior, senior, or master's student pursuing a degree in Petroleum, Mechanical, Industrial, or a related engineering field.
- Completion of your sophomore year before the internship begins.
- At least 18 years of age.
- A strong commitment to working safely.
- Manual dexterity to handle tools and equipment safely.
- An aptitude for assembling and repairing equipment.
- A collaborative approach and a team-first mindset.
- The ability to follow directions accurately and perform consistent work.
- The ability to work through operational challenges and adapt to changing conditions.
- Comfort working long shifts outdoors in physically demanding, labor-intensive conditions.
- Previous experience with hands-on technical tasks or prior oil industry experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Odessa, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Ensign Energy Services
Ensign Energy Services provides oilfield services including contract drilling and well servicing. The company operates in Canada, the United States, and international markets. It specializes in crude oil, natural gas, and geothermal wells. Founded in 1987, it maintains a fleet of equipment that includes proprietary Automated Drill Rig technology. The firm is based in Calgary, Alberta, and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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