Maintenance Engineering Intern

Repsol SA; The Woodlands (TX); Hybrid; USD 19,286,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Summer stipend

Job summary

Repsol is seeking an engineering student to intern with the Maintenance Engineering Team during the summer of 2027. The position will be based in The Woodlands, TX and interns work onsite Mon-Fri with a 9/80 schedule optional per project scope.

You will gain hands-on experience on live projects, participate in Hazid/Hazop reviews, and learn from experienced professionals while contributing to maintenance and reliability improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in data analysis and analytics.
• Ability to work with data to derive insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented, motivated and organized.
• Able to manage multiple tasks with precision.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of the integrity inspection and maintenance program.
• Participate in risk identification and management activities (Hazid/Hazop).
• Ensure standards during design and leverage lessons learned.
• Investigate and implement new technologies to improve reliability.
• Maintain maintenance and integrity documentation and specs.
• Assist in strategic spare parts identification and purchasing specs.

Skills

Data analysis

Business analytics

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team interaction

Independent initiative

Education

Mechanical engineering

Job description

We explore and discover the limitless possibilities of energy so we can all progress. We believe in the power of talent to shape the future. That is why we are looking for curious, bold individuals who are eager to grow and create new ways forward-people who want to join us in building a more sustainable, innovative, and inclusive world. We strongly believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation. That is why we welcome professionals who are ready to grow, learn, and bring their perspective to the energy challenges of today and tomorrow. Here, you will find a place to grow and unlock your full potential.

Repsol is seeking an engineering student to intern with the Maintenance Engineering Team during the summer of 2027. Repsol is one of the top companies in the oil and gas industry. We are present across the entire value chain: exploration and production, transformation, development, and marketing of energy that is efficient, sustainable, and competitive for millions of people.

Repsol is committed to our internship program and helping students enhance their academic studies with real-world, hands-on projects. As an intern, you will work on real projects that deliver tangible benefits and measurable results.

At the same time, you will have the opportunity to learn about and help to solve some of the most important issues we face. You will experience genuine teamwork, and work alongside highly qualified and experienced colleagues, while you work on live projects and operations. At the end of your internship, you will present your summer project to our staff.

Repsol's student employment program offers the following advantages.

Mentoring by experienced professionals in your field.

Increasing levels of challenge and responsibility as skill and industry knowledge grow.

The opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and apply your academic knowledge.

Exposure to different technical groups across the company.

Technical and software training.

Job Description

• Support the development of a program that combines the technical requirements for integrity inspection and maintenance for each system, piece of equipment or element, and the activities necessary to comply with those requirements.
• Participate and support risk identification and management activities (Hazid/Hazop) with the aim of ensuring production process safety and minimizing exposure of people, installations and the environment, before, during and after the conclusion of operations.
• Ensure the application of engineering, construction and Safety and Environment standards and regulations during the design phase, ensuring the application of lessons learned, best practices and key indicators by means of the knowledge management technologies available.
• Investigate, review and implement new technologies and standards in order to improve the availability and reliability of process equipment.
• Identify and consider any relevant changes in technology and standards.
• Compile and keep the performance, procedures, control and work instructions standards for maintenance and integrity up to date, in order to ensure compliance with maintenance and integrity policies.
• Provide support in the identification of strategic spare parts / components and determine methods to ensure their immediate availability.
• Support the preparation of Technical Specifications to establish the process of purchasing materials and services.
• Compile and transfer lessons learned, best practices and key indicators by means of the knowledge management methodologies available.
• Collaborate on the preparation and control of the maintenance budget in your area of specialization.
• Support the management of the Maintenance Engineering team leader in the technical aspects of maintenance and technical integrity.

Requirements for Consideration

• Fully authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship now or in the future. Additionally, we are not authorized for employment under OPT/CPT/F1 visa programs.
• Undergrad (or higher) Mechanical engineering degree in process, or related discipline.
• Students with an expected graduation 2028-2029 are encouraged to apply (juniors or sophomores). May 2027 graduates may only be considered if enrolled in a post‑graduate program.
• Must have cumulative and major GPA of 3.3 or higher, to be confirmed with transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable)
• Must be available for a continuous 12-week period for the duration of the 2027 summer intern program, starting May 17th and ending on August 6th.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong interest in data analysis, business analytics, problem‑solving, and critical thinking.
• Ability to work with data and derive meaningful insights.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Detail‑oriented, highly motivated, and organized.
• Able to manage multiple tasks with responsibility and precision.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and analytical methods.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Willingness to ask questions and seek guidance when needed.
• Ability to interact in a team environment.

Internship Details

• Position will be based out of our office in The Woodlands, TX.
• Interns are expected onsite Monday-Friday, with the exception of 9/80's. The 9/80 schedule is optional per the manager's discretion, based on intern project scope and timeline.
• Non-local candidates may be considered but must arrange their own travel and temporary accommodations.
• A summer stipend will be provided to help offset out of pocket expenses.
• Students must be available for the full duration of the internship from May 17-Aug 6.
• Any personal time off must be approved by the supervisor as unpaid leave and should be noted with the recruiter as early as possible.
• Interns will receive an hourly wage but are not eligible for benefits or paid time off.
• Interns will be compensated for observed company holidays.

Repsol is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Gender/Disability/Ethnicity/Veteran #LI-CR1

At Repsol, more than 24,000 people work with full energy to help build the future. We are a global multi-energy company undergoing a profound transformation, where talent, curiosity and a drive to move forward are at the core of who we are. Here, you will find challenging projects, diverse and international teams, and the opportunity to be part of a real energy transition, driven by innovation, technology and people. We believe in an inclusive, flexible and collaborative environment where every idea counts and every person makes a difference. This is an exciting time for us: if you are inspired by challenges, driven by purpose and eager to grow in a project with real impact, this is the place for you. Now more than ever, we need energy like yours. #joinus

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