About the role#
The Instrument Intern joins the Borger Refinery Craft Student Internship Program. You will gain hands-on experience while applying your classroom knowledge to real-world technical challenges. This role requires active participation within your craft team and clear communication with colleagues across all levels of the organization. You will work part-time, with a schedule coordinated with your supervisor to accommodate your educational obligations during the Winter, Summer, and Fall 2027 terms.
What you'll do#
- Shadow and support experienced employees while following all safety, health, environmental, and operational procedures.
- Assist with the repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electronic and pneumatic instrumentation, including controllers, control valves, transmitters, and analyzers.
- Maintain and configure Distributive Control Systems and program Programmable Logic Controllers.
- Learn about health, safety, and environmental hazards while witnessing work authorization permits and energy isolation processes.
- Recognize and report incidents and near-misses.
- Provide inspection, testing, and documentation of safety systems to meet OSHA regulations.
- Assist with pre-startup safety reviews and new project technical reviews.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Instrumentation or Electrical Associate or Bachelor Degree program.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Anticipated graduation date in May 2027 or December 2027.
- Valid driver's license and High School Diploma or GED.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Ability to read English technical procedures and learn process operation software.
- Physical ability to climb up to 250 feet, lift 50 pounds, and work in confined spaces.
- Willingness to work in harsh weather, near high-speed machinery, and around chemicals or pressurized petroleum products.
- Ability to perform firefighting duties and wear required personal protective equipment, including fire retardant clothing and respirators (requires being clean-shaven for proper seal).
Location & details#
- Location: Borger, Texas.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Paid internship.
About Phillips 66
Phillips 66 is a public energy company based in Houston, Texas. It operates as an integrated downstream energy provider. The company employs over 13,000 people. It maintains offices in Houston and Bartlesville, Oklahoma.
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