2027 University Intern - ERI Analytical Solutions

Phillips 66; Bartlesville (OK); On-site; USD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips 66 invites highly motivated chemistry students to join the ERI Analytical Solutions internship at the Bartlesville, OK Research Center. You will contribute to analytical measurements and solve challenging problems under guidance from experienced mentors.

Through hands-on projects, you will gain exposure to MS, chromatography, and microscopy techniques while presenting results to senior leaders at the end of the summer.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Available for a minimum of ten weeks.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Available to work at Bartlesville, OK facility.

Responsibilities

• Support analytical chemistry efforts within ERI to provide chemical insights.
• Assist with developing and applying analytical methods.
• Collaborate with ERI and Refining or Midstream teams on projects.
• Present findings to senior leaders at internship end.

Skills

Analytical capability

Business acumen

Collaboration

Communication skills

Curious & inquisitive

Innovative thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry

Tools

Mass Spectrometry

Gas/Liquid Chromatography

Scanning Electron Microscopy

Job description

BRING YOUR ENERGY TO AN OUTSTANDING INTERNSHIP.

As a 2027 University Intern - ERI, you will gain hands‑on experience through meaningful projects that help build your technical and professional skills at Phillips 66.

At the Phillips 66 Research Center in Bartlesville, OK, Energy Research and Innovation (ERI) employees from multiple business disciplines deliver critical support and solutions that enable strong operating excellence and growth opportunities for the company worldwide.

A summer intern with the Phillips 66 ERI Analytical Solutions team works with personnel in ERI and Refining or Midstream teams to provide chemical insights and solutions to challenging problems. The role will primarily utilize analytical chemistry expertise to advance the company’s capabilities in analytical measurements.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

A successful ERI intern has a customer‑first mindset and is a self‑starter who can learn quickly and work independently. Projects vary widely in scope ranging from optimization of core test methods to developing novel and customized methods to solve challenging problems in the energy industry.

Learn about the ERI business by working with experts throughout the organization and company at a world‑class research and development facility.

Collaborate with business units across the company including refining, midstream, commercial, and renewables to bring analytical solutions to the field.

Key Candidate Characteristics Include, But Not Limited To

• Analytical capability
• Business acumen
• Values collaboration
• Communication skills
• Curious & inquisitive
• Innovative thinking

What You’ll Bring – Required

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters in Chemistry or equivalent field of study.
• Available for a minimum of ten continuous weeks
• Available to work at Bartlesville, OK research facility

What Makes You Stand Out – Preferred

• At least one year into a master's or PhD program with demonstrated progress in relevant coursework and research.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
• Previous internship or co‑op participant in related industry
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with Mass Spectrometry, Gas or Liquid Chromatography, Scanning Electron Microscopy and other analytical techniques

Compensation Range

This position has a pay range of $2,202.00 – $3,044.00 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