HSE Intern: Build Safe, Sustainable Energy

Chevron; Houston (TX); On-site; Full time

Job description

Who We Are

Chevron is one of the world’s leading energy companies and is rethinking energy for the future. From producing oil and gas to developing lower‑carbon technologies, our engineers work across the entire energy system to power everyday life more safely, efficiently, and responsibly. Chevron is headquartered in Houston, Texas and operates around the globe across the entire energy value chain.

What You’ll Actually Do

We are hiring Health, Safety and Environment Interns at various U.S. locations, including:

• Richmond, California
• ElSegundo, California
• Houston, Texas
• Midland, Texas
• Salt Lake City, Utah
• Covington, Louisiana
• BelleChasse, Louisiana
• Pascagoula, Mississippi
• Bakersfield, California
• Pasadena, Texas
• Greeley, Colorado
• Ames, Iowa
• Geismar, Louisiana

Job responsibilities are varied and diverse. Whatever your role, you will be part of a team that delivers exceptional performance with respect to health, safety and environment. You will develop skills, contribute to the future of energy, and work on meaningful projects that directly support operational excellence, environmental stewardship, and the safety of our workforce. You will gain hands‑on experience, build professional networks, and learn from industry experts.

Responsibilities

Environmental Specialist

• Advise on environmental regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Develop procedures and guidelines.
• Compile emissions estimates and reduction studies.
• Prepare environmental impact assessments.
• Assess site remediation plans and recommend waste management solutions.

Safety Specialist

• Advise on regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Develop safety procedures and guidelines.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits.
• Evaluate and address ergonomic risks.
• Develop strategies to improve safety and health performance.
• Design and deliver safety courses.

Industrial Hygiene Specialist

• Advise on regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Develop and implement plans and procedures.
• Conduct exposure assessments and audits.
• Design and deliver training.
• Recommend and evaluate exposure controls.

What’s Next

Top‑performing interns may be invited back or offered a full‑time role after graduation. New graduates who join Chevron full time enter the Horizons Program, a structured early‑career experience that includes formal training, mentorship from experienced professionals, multiple job assignments, and possible location rotations. You can build a career as a technical expert, people leader, or both.

What You Must Have

Required qualifications:

• Two years of experience or less.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD degree in one of the following areas: Industrial Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering with an environmental emphasis, Civil Engineering with an environmental emphasis (master’s or PhD), Environmental Sciences (PhD), Safety Science, Geology/Hydrogeology (master’s or PhD preferred).
• Willingness to work in domestic and international locations as opportunities arise.
• Demonstrate alignment with Chevron’s values.

Why Intern at Chevron

You work on real projects, not side tasks. You use modern tools and cloud platforms. You learn how software scales in a global enterprise. You build skills that translate anywhere. You’re supported by experienced engineers and mentors.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated monthly (hourly) range for this position is $24.23 per hour – $6,500 monthly, depending on role, degree level, and academic year.

• Furnished housing.
• Participation in Employee Savings Investment Plan, with immediate vesting in both employee and company contributions. Company matches: 4% match for a 1% employee contribution; 8% match for a 2% employee contribution.
• Flexible work schedules (5/40, 9/80, or 4/10), as determined by the work group and confirmed with the hiring manager.
• Paid holidays according to work schedule.
• Full year of service credit for each internship completion (must be re‑employed within 365 days).

If later converted to a full‑time new graduate position, Chevron offers competitive pay and benefits to eligible employees, including health care, time off, retirement plans, and development opportunities.

Relocation may be considered. The company currently does not sponsor employment visas or consider individuals on time‑limited visa status for this position.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and unofficial transcript(s) online.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision‑making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail]. Chevron participates in E‑Verify in certain locations as required by law.