About the role#
Marathon Petroleum Corporation offers internship and co-op opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience in the midstream energy sector. You will work alongside experienced professionals on diverse teams to support Natural Gas and NGL Services operations. This is a paid, full-time position for the Fall 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Support project scope development, including estimating, scheduling, design, contractor engagement, and construction oversight.
- Assist with DOT-regulated pipeline integrity and maintenance programs.
- Conduct field work at pipelines, compressor stations, pump stations, gas processing plants, and related facilities.
- Contribute to midstream initiatives such as automation and controls, electrical engineering, process optimization, reliability engineering, corrosion, and measurement services.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Petroleum, Natural Gas, or Electrical Engineering.
- Strong academic performance.
- Ability to work on-site for 40 hours per week.
- A valid driver's license for work-related travel.
- Reliable transportation to and from the work site.
- Authorization to work in the United States, with company sponsorship available.
- Preference for candidates available for multiple work terms.
Location & details#
This role is on-site and available in the following locations: Denver, Colorado; Houston, Texas; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Washington, Pennsylvania; Kingfisher, Oklahoma; Canonsburg, Pennsylvania; West Union, West Virginia; Jewett, Ohio; Tulsa, Oklahoma; Cadiz, Ohio; Midland, Texas; Bulger, Pennsylvania; and 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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