2027 University Intern - Corporate Communications

Phillips 66 Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips 66 seeks a 2027 University Intern for Corporate Communications in Houston, TX. This internship provides hands-on experience across internal and external communications, including crisis and media relations, brand management, and content creation.

You will collaborate with various Phillips 66 functions, meet leaders, and may travel to field sites as needed; a final presentation to senior leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 60 credit hours.
• Graduation date December 2027 or later.
• Available for at least eleven consecutive weeks.
• Willing to travel 25–40% to field sites.

Responsibilities

• Support Communications & Public Affairs projects and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with writing, editing and distributing content through multiple channels.

Skills

Strong writing

Oral communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Public Relations/Advertising/Communications/Journalism/Visual Communications

Job description

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At Phillips 66, we care about the whole person. That means providing access to quality programs, resources and care that support you and your family. We believe well-being — physical, emotional, social and financial — plays an important role in helping our people thrive. When our employees are supported at every stage of life, they’re empowered to do their best work and make a meaningful impact, both personally and professionally.

2027 University Intern - Corporate Communications

Location:

Houston, TX, US, 77042 Roxana, IL, US, 62084

Job Field: Communications and Public Affairs

As a2027 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 or any one of our operation field locations such as: Linden, NJ; Lake Charles, LA; Roxana, IL; Ferndale, WA; Billings, MT; Rodeo, CA; Borger, TX; Ponca City, OK; Sweeny, TX with expectations of frequent travel to other Phillips 66 field sites.

What You’ll Do

A summer internship with Phillips 66 Communications & Public Affairs provides the opportunity to work on an array of assignments within the Communications department and work with internal and external stakeholders, as well as travel to complete assignments as needed:

• 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.

Phillips 66 is an EEO and Affimative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities