Geoscience Summer Intern 2027

Devon Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate housing

Well fitness facility

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Devon Energy offers a Geosciences Internship designed for students to learn and apply geoscience principles in a professional setting. Interns participate in team and individual assignments, gaining exposure to real-world tasks and projects while applying geology and geophysics concepts to hydrocarbon exploration in North America.

Through this program, interns develop technical and professional skills, work with senior staff, and have opportunities to engage with emerging digital tools and

Qualifications

• Full-time student pursuing Geoscience degree.
• Master's student preferred.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist geologists and geophysicists in evaluating prospective oil and gas trends, identifying new drilling prospects, and supporting projects within existing fields.
• Participate in a variety of on-the-job assignments, applying and expanding technical skills acquired in college to support both technical and professional development.
• Collaborate with geoscience professionals on core evaluation, well log interpretation, and mapping data sets.

Skills

Geoscience knowledge

Team player

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Geoscience degree

Master's student

GPA 3.0+

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 Geosciences Internship provides students with the opportunity to learn and apply geoscience principles in a professional environment. Students participate in both team and individual assignments, gaining exposure to real-world tasks and projects, as well as apply the latest principles of geology and geophysics to the exploration and exploitation of hydrocarbons in North America. 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 an entry-level geosciences petro-technical professional within Devon's Business Units.
• Assist geologists and geophysicists in evaluating prospective oil and gas trends, identifying new drilling prospects, and supporting projects within existing fields.
• Participate in a variety of on-the-job assignments, applying and expanding technical skills acquired in college to support both technical and professional development.

Technical Exposure:

• Further develop technical skills gained in college through real-world geoscience projects.
• Collaborate directly with geoscience professionals on core evaluation, well log interpretation, and mapping data sets.
• Demonstrate advanced computer proficiency, including optimizing and automating processes.
• Exhibit curiosity and eagerness to explore AI, data, and technology, with opportunities to engage with emerging digital tools and innovations.

Education

• Full-time student pursuing a Geoscience degree.
• College level: Master's student
• 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 geoscience concepts.
• 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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