About the role#
Permian Resources offers a paid internship program for students to gain hands-on experience in the oil and gas industry. Interns work on projects across drilling, completions, production, facilities, and reservoir disciplines. Each intern receives guidance from a manager and a mentor. The program includes technical training, field tours, and networking events. You will present your work and internship experience at the end of the term.
What you'll do#
- Analyze drilling operations
- Plan and maintain facility infrastructure
- Improve production
- Examine completions procedures
- Evaluate oil and gas reserves
What you'll need#
- Pursuing or have completed a degree in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Industrial, Aerospace, or Environmental Engineering
- Current college level: Sophomore through Graduate student
- Expected graduation date in Spring or Fall of 2029
- Minimum cumulative and major GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
- Ability to handle multiple projects in a team environment
- Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Location & details#
- Location: Midland, Texas
- Term: Summer 2027
- Work modality: On-site
- Start date: Mid-late May 2027
- Duration: Minimum of 12 continuous weeks
About Permian Resources
Permian Resources is an independent oil and natural gas company based in Midland, Texas. It formed in 2022 through the merger of Centennial Resource Development and Colgate Energy. The company focuses on the acquisition and development of properties within the Delaware Basin. It currently employs 479 people.
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