Engineering Summer Intern 2027

FHLB Des Moines; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well fitness facility

Corporate housing

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Devon is offering an Engineering Internship designed for full-time students pursuing Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering. The program provides hands-on learning, collaboration with field staff, and exposure to drilling, production, and pipeline operations to build practical technical and professional skills.

Participants engage in team and individual tasks, tackling real-world challenges and expanding competencies through on-the-job experiences within Devon’s Exploration

Qualifications

• Full-time student pursuing a degree in Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical Engineering or related disciplines.
• College level: Sophomore or Junior, GPA of 3.0+ preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Effective problem-solving abilities and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of oil and gas industry practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties typically assigned to entry-level engineer.
• Apply general engineering principles to daily assignments.
• Collaborate with field staff to complete routine tasks across drilling, completions, production, gas processing, and pipeline operations, with projects focused on addressing field challenges and creating value.
• Assist with technical evaluations, generating operational procedures, supporting reservoir performance assessments, and identifying developmental prospects.
• Leverage an understanding of field operations—ideally gained through field experience—to enhance project contributions.
• Gain diversified learning opportunities through on-the-job assignments, utilizing and expanding the technical skills acquired in college to support both technical and professional development.

Skills

Integrity

Accountability

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical)

Job description

At Devon, we will offer you a career full of energy and unmatched opportunities to solve today’s greatest challenges.

Innovation, creative problem-solving and positive change happen when people step out of their comfort zone and think differently.

Our values, workplace practices, wellness programs, benefits and compensation are aimed at helping employees manage their unique personal life and care for their families so they can focus on contributing to the fullest.

Position Overview: Devon’s Engineering Internship provides students with the opportunity to learn and apply engineering principles in a professional environment.

Students participate in both team and individual assignments, gaining exposure to real-world tasks and projects.

This program is designed to help students develop technical and professional skills while exploring potential career opportunities at Devon.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties typically assigned to entry-level engineer.
• Apply general engineering principles, theories, and concepts to daily assignments.
• Collaborate with field staff to complete routine tasks related to the day-to-day management of drilling, completions, production, gas processing, and pipeline operations, with projects focused on addressing field challenges and creating value.
• Work in one of Devon’s Exploration and Production business units, assisting with technical evaluations, generating operational procedures, supporting reservoir performance assessments, and identifying developmental prospects.
• Leverage an understanding of field operations—ideally gained through field experience—to enhance project contributions.
• Gain diversified learning opportunities through on-the-job assignments, utilizing and expanding the technical skills acquired in college to support both technical and professional development.

Technical Exposure

Advanced computer proficiency, with the ability to optimize and automate processes. Curious and eager to explore AI, data, and technology, with opportunities to engage with emerging digital tools and innovations.

Education

Full-time student pursuing a degree Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical Engineering or related disciplines.

College level: Sophomore, Junior GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Exhibits integrity, accountability, and a passion for business improvement.
• Embraces Devon’s shared mission and adapts well to change.
• Works effectively as a team player, communicates openly, and collaborates strongly with others.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Effective problem-solving abilities and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of oil and gas industry practices is a plus.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands‑on experience applying engineering concepts in a corporate setting.
• Diversified learning opportunities through practical assignments.
• Development of technical, professional, and industry-specific skills.
• Access to the Well fitness facility, competitive compensation, and corporate housing.

Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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