Intern – Engineering (Electrical Eng. Gas Operations, Oklahoma City)

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Exposure to gas infrastructure

Job summary

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. invites a student pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree to join our Oklahoma City engineering team as an Intern – Engineering (Electrical Eng. Gas Operations).

This 12‑week paid program starts May 2027 and requires enrollment with expected graduation Fall 2027 or Spring 2028. You will work with DTO Engineering staff in Oklahoma City, gaining hands‑on experience in gas operations, supporting reliability, safety, and efficiency while learning real‑world

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering (junior preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineering staff with day-to-day support of gas operations in Oklahoma.
• Contribute to projects focused on system reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Collect, analyze, and organize technical data to support engineering initiatives.
• Collaborate with team members on problem-solving and process improvement.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by engineering staff.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Independence

Education

Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Intern – Engineering (Electrical Eng. Gas Operations, Oklahoma City)

Energy Transfer moves America’s Energy. Founded in 1996, Energy Transfer has become one of the most diversified, publicly traded energy infrastructure Partnerships in the country. With more than 100,000 miles of pipeline and associated infrastructure traversing 38 states and Canada, international offices in Canada and Beijing, and nearly 10,000 employees, we are essential in delivering the nation’s natural gas, crude oil, and refined products domestically and globally.

Attention Electrical Engineering Major: This is a twelve (12) week paid internship program beginning May 2027. You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program with an expected graduation date in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.

Overview
The intern will work alongside the DTO Engineering staff in Oklahoma City, supporting gas operations across the region. This role provides hands‑on experience in a dynamic energy environment and exposure to real‑world engineering challenges.

Responsibilities

Assist engineering staff with day-to-day support of gas operations in Oklahoma.

Contribute to projects focused on system reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.

Collect, analyze, and organize technical data to support engineering initiatives.

Collaborate with team members on problem-solving and process improvement.

Perform other related tasks as assigned by engineering staff.

Benefits of the Internship

Hands‑on engineering experience in the energy industry.

Mentorship from experienced engineering professionals.

Exposure to operational and technical aspects of gas infrastructure.

Required Skills:

Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering (junior preferred).

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Effective communication and organizational skills.

• General requirements include self‑motivated individuals.
• Involvement inactivities outside college studies
• Willingness totravel.

Additional Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail‑oriented, good time management and organization skills
• Demonstrated professionalism and initiative
• Proficiency with MS office

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation forany part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247.This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.