Operator Intern, Lake Charles Refinery

Phillips 66; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips 66 in Lake Charles, LA, is seeking an Operator Intern to observe and assist with equipment and processes in a refinery setting. You will follow PPE rules and support safe, compliant operation while learning the basics of process technology.

The role requires enrollment in a Process Technology program with graduation by 2027, legal work authorization in the US, a valid driver's license, and willingness to obtain a TWIC.

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Currently enrolled in a Process Technology program with expected graduation no later than 2027
• Willing and able to obtain a TWIC
• Read technical procedures and materials in English, and work near high heat and high-speed machinery

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate awareness and commitment to safety
• Assist operators in maintaining equipment and operations
• Assist operators while taking samples/readings of various process streams
• Monitor and observe assigned area for abnormal conditions and emergency situations
• Participate in safety reviews
• Uphold company values and follow all policies and procedures to meet standards

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Read English procedures

Mechanical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in Process Technology program

Tools

SAP

Excel

TWIC

Job description

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future

The Operator Intern will observe/work independently and with other personnel to maintain and operate equipment and processes at the Lake Charles Refinery. Some of the processes involve the use hazardous and volatile materials under high temperature and pressure. Typical working conditions include: outside weather and elements, blowing air, heat, noise, vibration and occasionally working from heights. Operator interns must follow safe work practices including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). In addition, Operator interns will assist personnel to perform various duties required to keep their assigned processing unit/area operating safely and at specified production/run rates.

This position requires the successful completion of an online assessment. If you meet the required qualifications of the position, a link to complete the assessment will be emailed to you immediately after your completed application is received. Please check your spam folder if you do not see the email. The assessment must be completed within 7 days of your application date OR prior to the job posting expiration date (November 2, 2026), whichever is earlier. Your assessment results will be valid for one year.

What You'll Do

• Demonstrate awareness and commitment to safety
• Assist operators in maintaining equipment and operations
• Assist operators while taking samples/readings of various process streams
• Monitor and observe assigned area for abnormal conditions and emergency situations
• Participate in safety reviews
• Uphold company values, understanding and implementing all relevant company policies and procedures to ensure all work meets the required standard

What You'll Bring (Required)

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• Valid driver's license
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Currently enrolled in a Process Technology program at an accredited school with expected graduation no later than 2027
• Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC). Information can be found at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic
• Willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to:
  • Read technical procedures and materials in English
  • Work near large, hot, high speed machines
  • Work near products that are under high pressure and heat
  • Work around chemicals, including acids and bases
  • Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment (such as steel-toe shoes, ear and eye protection)
  • Maintain your face daily so that a respirator/face mask can seal properly (some examples include being free of facial hair and/or clean shaven)
  • Climb up to 200 feet in height
  • Lift up to 50 pounds
  • Work outside in harsh weather conditions
  • Learn computer software associated with process operations

What Makes You Stand Out - Preferred

• Currently enrolled in the SOWELA Process Technology degree program
• Available for a minimum of three (3) continuous months in spring 2027
• Safety and environmental alertness and promotion of a safe working environment, accomplished by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Computer proficiency with Excel, Word, and SAP
• Use of good judgment and the ability to make decisions independently
• Able to comprehend and follow instructions
• Skills in self-motivation and personal organization
• Able to produce thorough and accurate paperwork
• Skills in effective communication and teamwork
• Able to adjust quickly to unexpected conditions, responding to emergencies
• Able to interpret and evaluate data and detect problems
• Significant mechanical skills with mechanical and rotating equipment

Compensation

This position has a base hourly pay of $24.00.

The Lake Charles Refinery is located in Westlake, Louisiana. Refinery facilities include crude distilling, naphtha reforming, fluid catalytic cracking, alkylation, hydrocracking, hydrodesulfurization and delayed coking units. Facilities also include a specialty coker and calciner. The refinery processes a mixture of light to heavy, low- and high sulfur and low- and high-acid crude oils. It receives domestic, Canadian and other foreign crude oil through truck, pipeline, marine transportation and terminals, including the Beaumont and Clifton Ridge terminals and the Bayou Bridge Pipeline. Lake Charles produces a high percentage of transportation fuels. Other products include off-road diesel, home heating oil, feedstock for our Excel Paralubes joint venture, specialty graphite petroleum coke and petroleum coke. Refined products are distributed in the southeastern and eastern United States by truck, rail car, barge or pipelines and exported to Latin America and West Africa.

To be considered

In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of 11/02/2026 .

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Phillips 66 is an Equal Opportunity Employer