IT Intern

CITG; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Work options

9/80 Work Schedule

Annual Vacation Incentive

Paid Vacation Time

Company-Paid Holidays

Caregiver Leave

Excellent 401(k) Match

Pension Plan

Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term 

Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA &

Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active

Healthy Rewards Program

Service Awards Program

Educational Assistance Plan

Dependent Children Scholarships

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Employee Discount Programs

On-site Health Clinic

On-site Cafeteria

On-site Credit Union and ATM

On-site Fitness Center

Job summary

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is seeking an IT Intern to join the Enterprise Architecture team in Houston, TX. You will work closely with experienced architects, gaining hands-on experience with business transformation tools, diagrams, and documentation while supporting the health of our IT architecture.

The role emphasizes collaboration, learning, and contributing to modern technology solutions, analytics, and automation initiatives within a large refining organization.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Systems, or related field with sophomore or higher classification.
• Interest or background in business transformation initiatives (e.g., process transformation, automation, analytics).
• Basic understanding of enterprise IT concepts (networks, cloud, servers, databases).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist enterprise architects in designing, developing, and implementing new technology tools and transformation solutions.
• Document architecture diagrams, workflows, business processes, and system integrations.
• Gather requirements with cross-functional teams and support change management activities.
• Support deployment and adoption of business transformation tools (process transformation, automation, analytics).
• Participate in testing and validation of tools, systems, and enhancements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Sophomore or higher standing in Computer Science/IT/Business Information Systems

Job description

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.; Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 43 active terminals, nine pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 829,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry.

At CITGO our people are our most important resource. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.

Job Summary

This is an internship position at CITGO Petroleum Corporation Headquarters, Houston, TX.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented IT Intern to join our Enterprise Architecture team. In this role, you will collaborate with experienced enterprise architects and gain hands-on experience with business transformation tools, helping design, develop, and support innovative technology solutions. You will also assist in maintaining the health and performance of our existing IT architecture, contributing to the ongoing growth and efficiency of the business.

Job Duties

• Assist enterprise architects in the design, development, and implementation of new technology tools and business transformation solutions.
• Document architecture diagrams, technical workflows, business processes, and system integrations.
• Work with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, support change management activities, and provide technical assistance.
• Support the deployment and adoption of business transformation tools (such as process transformations, automation, data analytics).
• Participate in testing and validation of new tools, systems, and enhancements to support business transformation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Systems, or related field with a sophomore or higher classification.
• Interest or background in business transformation initiatives (e.g., process transformation, automation, analytics, or similar).
• Basic understanding of enterprise IT concepts (networks, cloud, servers, databases, etc.).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Eager to learn and adapt to new tools, technologies, and business processes.

Job Duties II

Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.

Here are the incentives we offer:

• Remote Work options available for eligible positions
• Options are department and/or location specific
• 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
• Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
• Paid Vacation Time
• Company-Paid Holidays
• Caregiver Leave
• Excellent 401(k) Match
• Pension Plan

• Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
• Healthy Rewards Program
• Service Awards Program
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Dependent Children Scholarships
• Reimbursement for Gym Membership
• Employee Discount Programs
• On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
• On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
• On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
• On-site Fitness Center (select locations)

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.