Electrical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Continental Resources, Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Resources, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience across multiple departments, including Drilling, Completions, and Production. The program emphasizes learning current practices, proposing improvements, and presenting project results.

You will work on department-specific projects with both field and office exposure, and you will present a summary of your findings and implementations. A strong emphasis on communication and teamwork is expected.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program (B.S. or M.S.).
• Eligible to work permanently in the United States after graduation.
• Preferred GPA around 3.0 or higher if specified.

Responsibilities

• Assist in departmental projects within Drilling, Completions, Production, Resource Development or Project Management.
• Learn and apply engineering concepts to real-world assets.
• Prepare summaries of project results and recommended implementations.
• Maintain and QC databases, reports, and records.
• Participate in asset team meetings and cross-department collaboration.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office

Time management

Team player

Customer focus

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Electrical Engineering Intern will receive training on the practical application of engineering concepts to develop solutions for project assignments associated with Continental’s energy assets. The intern will work with and provide support to one of the following departments within Continental: Drilling, Completions, Production, Resource Development or Project Management. In any department, the engineer intern will have the opportunity for both field- and office-based experiences. The intern will be assigned a department-specific project and is expected to present a summary of the results of their work. These projects vary in scope but typically require the intern to learn and understand current practices, identify areas for improvement, evaluate potential solutions, and recommend an implementation with supporting evidence or review the results of an implemented solution.

Duties and Responsibilities

In addition to a summer project, the electrical engineering intern will have the opportunity to:

• Review, understand and participate in Continental’s Brother’s Keeper program
• Review daily operation and production reports
• Monitor and forecast capital expenditure, expenses, and production
• Participate in and contribute to asset team meetings
• Maintain, update and QC databases, reports, and records
• Understand and articulate the responsibilities of assigned discipline
• Contribute to fellow interns’ understanding of assigned discipline
• Interface with inter-departmental peers and mentors
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Strong customer focus and a team player. Effective time management.

Required Qualifications

Current enrollment in an accredited program at a four (4) year College or University. Working towards a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited College or University. Eligible to work permanently in the United States upon graduation. An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test. Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum 3.0 GPA.

Physical Requirements

Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Continental Resources, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities and access for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. Continental Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Continental Resources participates in E-Verify. Learn more about E-Verify.

Company Culture

Continental is successful because we challenge our employees to be innovative and creative. We provide our employees with the necessary tools to be successful, and we reward them for their hard work. If you want to work in an environment that encourages teamwork and putting your ideas into action, consider joining Continental Resources.