2026-2027 Wells Engineering Intern

Chevron; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,440 - 104,904; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Furnished housing

Employee Savings Investment Plan with

Flexible work schedules (5/40, 9/80, 4

Paid holidays

Credit for internship completion

Job summary

Chevron Corporation – Wells Engineering Intern program is seeking students to work on real projects in offices with drilling or completions engineers and other groups. The role may include time on a rig or in the Decision Support Center in Houston, TX.

Responsibilities include optimization studies, data analysis, and collaboration across teams to deliver value-added solutions. The program offers furnished housing, flexible schedules, and exposure to career opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong academic performance in core technical programs.
• Excellent communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to demonstrate the Chevron Way.

Responsibilities

• Conduct optimization studies, project look-back reviews, tool case studies, well design reviews, safety and environmental performance studies, and contractor analyses.
• Collaborate with drilling or completions engineers and functional groups to provide value-added solutions.
• Build relationships across the organization and gain exposure to career opportunities.
• Participate in safety and technology culture initiatives.
• Provide data analysis and reporting as required by the project.
• Support project documentation and quality requirements.
• Assist with preparation of project deliverables.
• Drive on a routine basis as required for the role.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Petroleum/ Chemical/ Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Wells Engineering Intern

We are looking for interns to work on actual projects in the office with drilling or completions engineers and other functional groups that contribute value to our operations. The program may also include time on a drilling or workover rig or in the Decision Support Center.

Locations

• Bakersfield, California
• Covington, Louisiana
• Houston, Texas
• Midland, Texas
• Greeley, Colorado

Responsibilities

• Conduct optimization studies, project look‑back reviews, tool case studies, well design reviews, safety and environmental performance studies, and contractor analyses.
• Collaborate with drilling or completions engineers and functional groups to provide value‑added solutions.
• Build relationships across the organization and gain exposure to career opportunities.
• Participate in safety and technology culture initiatives.
• Provide data analysis and reporting as required by the project.
• Support project documentation and quality requirements.
• Assist with preparation of project deliverables.
• Drive on a routine basis as required for the role.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong academic performance in core technical programs.
• Excellent communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to demonstrate the Chevron Way.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $31.75, with a monthly range of approximately $9,200.

• Furnished housing.
• Participation in the Employee Savings Investment Plan with immediate vesting of employee and company contributions.
• Flexible work schedules (5/40, 9/80, or 4/10) as determined by the hiring team.
• Paid holidays based on the work schedule.
• 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, including healthcare, time off, retirement plans, and development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Diverse & Inclusive Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. We welcome reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.