Intern/Co-op - Refining Construction Management (Summer 2027)

Marathon Petroleum Corporation; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation invites interns and co-ops to join our Construction Management/Project Controls group. You will participate as an integral team member on diverse projects, learning planning, scheduling, cost tracking, and risk mitigation.

We provide training to develop project management skills from scope and budget through startup, with mentorship to grow into professional PMs capable of managing projects of all sizes.

Qualifications

• Majors in Construction Management, Construction Science, Construction Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Strong academic performance and proof of enrollment.
• Authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in future.
• Available for multiple work terms during the program.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Available to work 40 hours per week.
• Enrolled in a degree-seeking program throughout the experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and scheduling of materials, labor, and equipment.
• Track and analyze costs and compare to budgets; maintain audit trails.
• Support bid preparation, award, and contract administration processes.
• Monitor contractor productivity, progress, and performance; update schedules.

Skills

Strong academics

US work authorization

40 hours per week

Multiple work terms

Driver's license

Concurrent enrollment

Education

Engineering/Construction related degree

Job description

An exciting career awaits you

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

Job Description

Overview

Depending on experience level and interest, construction management entry level hires at Marathon Petroleum Company LP (MPC) are involved in diverse and challenging projects. Interns/co-ops participate as integral team members, making recommendations on various project construction management activities. Projects and tasks will vary dependent on the business needs. MPC seeks interns/co-ops from a wide range of technical disciplines to meet its growing business ventures.

Responsibilities

Construction Management/Project Controls Specialist

This job entails applying the principles learned in Construction Management/Project Controls classes to various projects within the facilities. The construction management professional works with contractors and other construction specialists in the specialized industrial construction of Projects. The project values range from tens of thousands to billions of dollars. Typical tasks include: planning and scheduling of materials, labor, and equipment for construction, tracking and analyzing costs and comparing to control budgets, ensuring compliance with document control procedures and processes, preparing documents that provide an audit trail of major project decisions and risk mitigation efforts, assisting with bid preparation, award, and contract administration, monitoring and reporting of contractor productivity, progress, and performance, preparing schedule updates and critical path analysis.

During your time at MPC, you will develop and utilize project management skills ranging from scope, budget, and schedule development through construction and startup. MPC will provide training and educational opportunities to help you develop your knowledge. Additionally, MPC is committed to developing interns/co-ops into professional project managers who have the ability to successfully manage projects of all sizes.

Qualifications

• Desired majors are as follows: Construction Management, Construction Science, Construction Engineering, Construction Technology, or other related disciplines
• Strong academic performance
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time, indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Availability for multiple work terms is preferred
• A valid driver's license is required
• Available to work 40 hours per week
• Concurrent enrollment in a degree-seeking program throughout duration of experience
• MIN- $28.62 per hour / MAX- $36.22 per hour

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location

Findlay, Ohio

Location Address: 539 S Main St

Additional locations: Anacortes, Washington, Canton, Ohio, Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Detroit, Michigan, El Paso, Texas, Garyville, Louisiana, Kenai, Alaska, Mandan, North Dakota, Martinez, California, Robinson, Illinois, Salt Lake City, Utah, St Paul Park, Minnesota, Texas City, Texas, Wilmington, California

Job Requisition ID: 00023670

Pay Min/Max: $0.00 - $999.99 Hourly

Grade: HRLY1

Education:

Employee Group: Full time

Employee Subgroup: Intern

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation.

• Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement.
• The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.