About the role#
The Machinist Intern joins the Borger Refinery Craft Student Internship Program. This role provides hands-on experience by applying classroom knowledge to real-world tasks. Interns work as active members of the craft team, communicating with colleagues and learning from experienced staff. The program spans the Winter, Summer, and Fall 2027 semesters, with schedules coordinated around your educational obligations.
What you'll do#
- Shadow and support experienced employees while following safety, health, and maintenance procedures.
- Perform manual machining tasks using lathes and milling machines.
- Witness energy isolation and the work authorization permit system.
- Learn to recognize and report incidents and near-misses.
- Inspect, test, and document safety systems to meet OSHA regulations.
- Assist with pre-startup safety reviews and new project technical reviews.
- Communicate information and ideas to team members at all levels.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
- Ability to read English for technical procedures and learn process operation software.
- Physical ability to climb up to 250 feet, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in confined spaces.
- Willingness to work near large, high-speed machines, chemicals, and petroleum products under pressure.
- Ability to perform firefighting duties and wear required personal protective equipment, including respirators.
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Machining Technology Associate’s or Bachelor's degree program.
- Preferred: Technical certification for Machinist, 1+ years of manual machining experience, and familiarity with blueprints or precision measuring devices.
- Preferred: Experience with SAP’s Maintenance Module, military metal-working experience, or previous refinery work.
Location & details#
- Location: Borger, Texas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $28.60 per hour.
- This is a paid, part-time 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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