Intern/Co-op - Refining Electrical Engineering (Spring 2027)

About the role#

As an Electrical Engineering intern or co-op at a Marathon refinery, you will gain hands-on experience in the oil and gas industry. You will work alongside professionals who manage specific portions of the refining process, gaining insight into how various engineering disciplines function as a cohesive team. You will become familiar with industry codes and best practices while developing your written and verbal presentation skills in a professional environment.

What you'll do#

• Project Engineering: Develop project management skills, including scope alignment, cost and schedule development, and teamwork across multiple engineering phases.
• Reliability Engineering: Analyze equipment failures and develop solutions for recurring difficulties, including submitting Project Request Forms and understanding maintenance strategies.
• Technical Support: Assist area teams with electrical and instrumentation issues, utilize electrical analysis software, and learn about Refinery Safety Instrumented Systems.
• Process Control: Support process control systems, including troubleshooting power supply problems, control system programming, hardware and software lifecycle replacement, and monitoring performance metrics.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in an Electrical Engineering degree program.
• Strong academic performance.
• A valid driver's license.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time, indefinite basis without the need for visa sponsorship.
• Availability for multiple work terms is preferred.

Location & details#

• Term: Fall 2027.
• Modality: On-site.
• Locations: Positions are available in Findlay and Canton, Ohio; El Paso and Texas City, Texas; Anacortes, Washington; Wilmington and Martinez, California; Mandan, North Dakota; Salt Lake City, Utah; Robinson, Illinois; Detroit, Michigan; St Paul Park, Minnesota; Catlettsburg, Kentucky; Garyville, Louisiana; and Kenai, Alaska.