2026 - 2027 Corporate Affairs Intern

Chevron; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Furnished housing

Employee Savings Investment Plan with

Chevron matching contributions: 4%

Job summary

Chevron is hiring Corporate Affairs Interns for roles at various operating locations across the U.S, including Houston, TX and Washington, DC. Interns will support social, political and reputational risk management and assist with policy research and government affairs initiatives.

Candidates must be rising juniors/seniors or graduate students pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degrees aligned with Corporate Affairs, with permanent U.S. work authorization.

Qualifications

• Rising junior, rising senior, or graduate student.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master's degree aligned with Corporate Affairs.
• Permanent U.S. work authorization required (no exceptions)

Responsibilities

• Interns may work on projects related to analyzing policy/regulatory issues in the United States and other regions where Chevron operates.
• Provide support on advocacy initiatives on Chevron's positions before government, trade, and other third-party organizations.
• Prepare responses to outside inquiries on Chevron's positions and attend briefings and hearings as directed.

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degree aligned with Corporate Affairs

Job description

Who We Are. Chevron is one of the world's leading energy companies—but what really sets us apart is how we're rethinking energy for the future. From producing oil and gas to developing lower-carbon technologies, Chevron engineers work across the full energy system to power everyday life more safely, efficiently, and responsibly. Learn more about What We Do and The Chevron Way. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Chevron operates around the globe and across the entire energy value chain. Learn more on our website Chevron.com.

What You’ll Actually Do

Corporate Affairs proactively manages social, political and reputational risks and engages the workforce to advance the business. We strengthen Chevron's strategic advocacy, communications, and social investments to build confidence in our company and industry.

Communications

Communications supports and achieves Chevron's goals by telling our story to key audiences to build an understanding of our industry and confidence in our knowledge, expertise and ability to achieve results the right way.

Policy and Government Affairs

Policy and Government Affairs leads and influences policy development and advocacy on behalf of the corporation with key public stakeholders at the state, federal and international government levels. We are seeking a candidate(s) with an awareness of the implications of the US political structure and environment in which the energy sector operates. Also seeking experience in federal and/or international policy as well as an understanding of legislative and regulatory processes within the United States at the state and federal levels. Policy and Government Affairs interns may work on projects related to analyzing policy/regulatory issues in countries where Chevron operates, provide support on advocacy initiatives on Chevron's positions before government, trade, and other third-party organizations, and track and report on key U.S. and foreign policy issues in specific regions. When directed, interns will prepare responses to outside inquiries on Chevron's positions on issues and attend briefings and congressional hearings on foreign and domestic policy, legislative, or regulatory matters.

Where You’ll Work

Chevron is hiring Corporate Affairs Interns for roles at various operating locations across the U.S, including:

• Houston, TX
• Washington, DC

What You Must Have

To qualify, individuals must be a rising junior, rising senior, or graduate student and have or be pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree aligned with the Corporate Affairs functional areas.

Ability to demonstrate The Chevron Way.

Permanent U.S. work authorization required (no exceptions)

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated monthly (hourly) range for this position is $20/hour - $40/hour. The selected candidate's monthly or hourly compensation will be determined based on their selected role, degree level and academic year.

As an intern, you will receive the following benefits:

• Furnished housing.
• Participation in Employee Savings Investment Plan with immediate vesting in both employee and company contributions.
• Chevron matching contributions: 4% company match for a 1% employee contribution.
• 8% company match for a 2% employee contribution.
• Work schedules: Flexible work schedules (5/40, 9/80, or 4/10), as determined by the work group and confirmed with the hiring manager.
• Paid holidays depending on your work schedule.
• Full year of service credit for each internship completion (must be re-employed within 365 days).
• If later converted to a full‑time new graduate position, Chevron offers competitive pay and benefits to eligible employees, including healthcare, time off, retirement plans, and development opportunities. Learn more at http://hr2.chevron.com/

Relocation Options: Relocation may be considered.

International Considerations: Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

U.S. Regulatory notice

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail].

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

Chevron Corporation is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. Through its subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide, the company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemicals and additives; generates power; and develops and deploys technologies that enhance business value in every aspect of the company's operations. Chevron is based in Houston, Texas. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.