2027 University Intern - Corporate Communications

Phillips 66; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 109,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips 66 is seeking a 2027 University Intern in Corporate Communications in Houston, TX. You will gain hands-on experience supporting internal and external communications, with frequent travel to field sites.

Responsibilities include creating written and verbal communications across channels, collaborating with Phillips 66 functions, and presenting your summer project to senior leaders. Applicants should be enrolled in a PR/Communications program and available for 11 weeks.

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Public Relations, Advertising, Communications, Journalism, Visual Communications, or equivalent field of study.
• Greater than 60 hours of earned college credit.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or later.
• Available for a minimum of eleven continuous weeks.
• Available to frequently travel (25-40%) to Phillips 66 field sites to complete assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assignments that develop technical and professional skills through collaboration with Phillips 66 functions.
• Written and verbal communication through multiple channels.
• Deliver a final presentation to senior leaders and key stakeholders at the end of the internship.

Skills

Public relations

Written communication

Oral communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in PR/Communications

Job description

As a 2027 University Intern - Corporate Communications, you will gain hands‑on experience through meaningful projects that help build your technical and professional skills at Phillips 66. Our Communications and Public Affairs organization is a central function that includes company-wide internal and external communications such as global employee communications, crisis, and media relations, brand and reputation management including philanthropy, sponsorships, and content management. We design and deliver strong global communications that are aligned with the company’s overall business strategy. In addition, the team upholds best‑in‑class communications team values such as demonstrating transparency, ethics and effectiveness in all work. This internship opportunity will be located in Houston, TX with expectations of frequent travel to other Phillips 66 field sites.

What You’ll Do

• Assignments that develop technical and professional skills, and will involve collaboration with various Phillips 66 functions
• Written and verbal communication through multiple channels

Summer Internship Activities May Include The Following

• Orientation and training events, field trips, social activities, weekly seminars and opportunities to meet and interact with functional leaders.
• Participating in continuous coaching conversations with your manager, who will provide direction throughout your internship.
• Provided with an assigned mentor for further guidance and to help you with the technical challenges of your role and give assistance in navigating through the day‑to‑day questions regarding working in the corporate world.
• Giving a presentation at the end of the summer to senior business leaders and key stakeholders. This is an opportunity for you to demonstrate what you learned in your internship and provide insight on your experience.

What You’ll Bring – Required

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Public Relations, Advertising, Communications, Journalism, Visual Communications, or equivalent field of study
• Greater than 60 hours of earned college credit
• Graduation date of December 2027 or later
• Available for a minimum of eleven continuous weeks
• Available to frequently travel (25-40%) to Phillips 66 field sites to complete assignments

What Makes You Stand Out – Preferred

• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
• Strong writing and/or oral communication skills
• Previous internship or co‑op participant in related industry
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment

This position has a pay range of $2,397.00 - $2,860.00 bi‑weekly, dependent on a candidate's degree type and expected graduation date.

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

About Phillips 66

Providing Energy. Improving Lives. We are excited about the future of energy. Our advantaged and nimble company is full of seasoned leadership and talented teams making responsible choices to adapt and explore the opportunities the changing market brings. We do this while living out our values of safety, honor and commitment; improving lives by providing access to the energy which is essential to a high standard of living and health throughout the world. Our employees, suppliers and partners share this vision to provide energy and improve lives. Our hard work, and teamwork, keeps energy flowing. At Phillips 66, we know that now, more than ever, is the time to try new things.

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