About the role#
ExxonMobil is seeking PhD students for internship and co-op opportunities during the Summer and Fall of 2026. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in Spring, Texas. You will gain hands-on technical and research experience while contributing to projects that drive real results within our operations or research facilities.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to advanced research initiatives and assist in process engineering.
- Engage in product development, modeling, and optimization tasks.
- Participate in facility tours and networking events to connect with senior leaders and experienced professionals.
- Build professional relationships with your intern cohort and recent graduates.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a PhD in a STEM discipline, including Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics.
- Strong academic performance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- A willingness to contribute to meaningful, challenging work.
Location & details#
- Location: Spring, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2026 or Fall 2026.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About ExxonMobil
ExxonMobil operates in the oil, gas, petroleum, refining, and chemicals sectors. The company employs 72,300 people and maintains a global presence with offices in countries including the United States, Brazil, India, and Singapore. Its work focuses on energy production and the development of technologies to reduce emissions from operated assets. The organization is a public company.
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