I-2701 - Engineering Intern

Hilcorp Energy Company; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvest Midstream Company offers field and office internships for students. Field interns work in Texas, Louisiana, New Mexico, or Alaska, while office interns are based in Houston.

Interns gain exposure to pipeline operations, plant maintenance, and project work across midstream facilities. Selected candidates will present an engineering project, with opportunities to engage in corrosion modeling, pipeline optimization, and plant projects.

Qualifications

• Applicant must have full summer available.
• Interest in pursuing a career in oil & gas preferred.
• GPA of 3.25 or higher required (3.5+ preferred).
• Students pursuing BS in Chemical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering are encouraged to apply.
• Must attend one of the specified universities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily field operations under supervision.
• Assist with field maintenance, pipeline operations, and plant operations.
• Engage in an engineering project for the second half of the summer.
• Present project progress to management as required.
• Gain exposure to project management, safety, and operations.

Education

BS in Chemical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Objective:

Harvest Midstream Company offers field and office internships to students based upon previous experience and current course work. Field interns will be based in field offices located in either Texas, Louisiana, New Mexico, or Alaska and office interns will work in our corporate office in Houston.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Field internships are offered to students taking freshman and sophomore level classes. Field interns will be exposed to daily field operations which includes daily pipeline maintenance, Pipeline and facility construction, Pipeline Operations, Plant Maintenance and Plant Operations. The intern will have an opportunity to also participate in a major plant turnaround or similar large scale project. Interns will be exposed to the same operations but will also work on and present an engineering project for the second half of the summer. Projects may range from optimizing facilities to optimizing pipeline pressure profiles, which may include compressor or pump optimization. At the completion of the internship, students will have a better understanding of midstream fluid types, processing, and handling, the importance of volumes and pressures, and the path in which hydrocarbons move from production facilities to sales. This understanding will yield a distinct advantage in their Engineering classes. Junior level students and above will be eligible for an office internship working with one of our asset teams. Office interns conduct studies that will include Field Pressure optimizing for accommodating new volumes from producers on the system. This will include pipeline modeling, compressor optimization and facility modifications required to meet contractual obligations. Additional studies and modeling for new plant projects and optimization of existing plants may also be available for interns to conduct. The internship will include presentations throughout the summer to management for project approvals as needed. Past intern projects have included corrosion modeling, pipeline inline inspection, compressor optimization studies, Pipeline installation projects, Pump sizing and pipeline maintenance projects. Interns then oversee the approved project in the field if possible and time permits. Communicate effectively within the team, and exercise creative thinking skills. Managers will help assist the intern's leadership development to better prepare executive summaries at the completion of the internship. Harvest will provide interns with professional development, operations experience, and executive exposure. Adheres to the company's values - integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation. Supports company vision and mission. Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings. Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

Applicant must have full summer available. Intern should have an interest in pursuing a career in the oil & gas industry preferred. Required: 3.25 or higher GPA (Preferred: 3.5 or higher GPA) Education Requirements: Students working towards either their BS in Chemical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering are encouraged to apply. Must attend Colorado School of Mines, Texas A&M University, University of Texas at Austin, Louisiana State University, Auburn University, or Georgia Tech University.

Company Information:

Harvest Midstream is a privately-held midstream services provider headquartered in Houston, Texas with assets in Alaska, Colorado, Louisiana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio and Texas. Harvest transports and processes oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids across the United States. The remarkable growth of Harvest since 2002 is a direct result of the hard work and dedication of over 500 employees who are intensely focused on safety, operational excellence and the highest levels of service to our customers. Our company values govern how we run our business, how we treat our fellow employees and how we serve our customers. At Harvest, we are focused on developing and maintaining long-term business relationships through customer service and agility in every business interaction.

Benefits:

• competitive salaries


• quarterly bonuses


• healthcare benefits


• a 401k retirement plan


• paid time off


• participation in our B.H.A.G. bonus program

Harvest offers its employees competitive salaries, quarterly bonuses, healthcare benefits, a 401k retirement plan, paid time off, and participation in our B.H.A.G. bonus program as part of our total rewards package.

Please see our Careers page for opportunities at Harvest.

Harvest Midstream Company is an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other basis protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.