About the role#
This internship supports the Real Time Applications and SCADA team. You will assist with the monitoring, troubleshooting, testing, and documentation of SCADA systems. This role provides hands-on experience with industrial control systems, operational technology, field communications, and pipeline operations. You will work alongside SCADA, Automation, IT, and Operations personnel.
What you'll do#
- Monitor SCADA system performance, reliability, alarms, communications, and data quality.
- Help troubleshoot SCADA application, communication, and data issues.
- Validate SCADA points, tags, historian data, and system configurations.
- Create and modify SCADA graphics, HMI displays, trends, reports, and dashboards.
- Support testing and documentation of system changes prior to deployment.
- Assist with troubleshooting communication paths between RTUs, PLCs, field devices, and host systems.
- Participate in testing and commissioning for new assets and system enhancements.
- Maintain technical documentation, system drawings, and configuration management.
- Extract and analyze operational data to identify potential discrepancies.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field.
- A GPA of 3.25 or higher is required, with 3.5 or higher preferred.
- Full availability during the summer of 2027.
- Interest in a career within the oil and gas industry and operational technology.
- Basic understanding of computer systems, networking, or programming concepts.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to document technical information with high attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Familiarity with networking, PLCs, RTUs, SQL, Python, or PowerShell is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship.
- Available locations include Houston, TX; Anchorage, AK; Belle Chasse, LA; Bloomfield, NM; Nikiski, AK; George West, TX; Palermo, ND; and Ignacio, CO.
About Harvest Midstream Company
Harvest Midstream Company is a privately held provider of midstream services for the energy sector. Founded in 2002, the business operates assets across Alaska, Louisiana, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas. The company transports and processes oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. It maintains headquarters in Houston and employs over 300 people.
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