About the role#
Environmental interns and co-ops work alongside experienced professionals to support health, environmental, safety, and security initiatives. This role involves maintaining high standards for protecting people, the environment, and local communities across refining and midstream operations.
What you'll do#
- Interpret and develop company environmental policies and procedures.
- Monitor compliance and provide technical assistance for environmental programs.
- Design or review engineering specifications and cost estimates for environmental systems.
- Investigate environmental issues to determine causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Communicate findings and recommendations to senior management.
- Track environmental legislation and regulatory agency actions.
- Prepare reports and obtain necessary permits.
- Create training materials and conduct sessions for employees.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Environmental Science.
- Strong academic performance.
- Ability to work on-site 40 hours per week.
- Capability to safely climb stairs and ladders and lift up to 50 pounds.
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
- Availability for multiple work terms is preferred.
Location & details#
- Term: Fall 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full time
- Locations: Findlay, Ohio; El Paso, Texas; Anacortes, Washington; Wilmington, California; Canton, Ohio; Canonsburg, Pennsylvania; Mandan, North Dakota; Salt Lake City, Utah; Dickinson, North Dakota; Robinson, Illinois; Detroit, Michigan; Long Beach, California; St Paul Park, Minnesota; Catlettsburg, Kentucky; Denver, Colorado; Garyville, Louisiana; Texas City, Texas; Kenai, Alaska; San Antonio, Texas.
About Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Marathon Petroleum Corporation operates as an integrated energy company focused on downstream and midstream activities. Founded in 1887, the business maintains its headquarters in Findlay, Ohio. It manages the largest refining system in the United States and oversees a network of retail outlets. The company also holds a majority interest in MPLX LP, which handles crude oil and light product transportation infrastructure.
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