Petrophysics Intern

Occidental Petroleum Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with 14% company match

Relocation assistance / corporate-hous

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Occidental Petroleum Corporation in Houston seeks a Petrophysics Intern for a structured 12-week summer program. You will collaborate with geoscientists and engineers on data interpretation, software usage, and core data evaluation under mentorship.

The internship offers hands-on projects, exposure to senior leaders, and professional development activities, with relocation/housing support where applicable.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Master’s or PhD in Geoscience or Engineering with graduation Dec 2027 or later.
• Maintain a cumulative 2.85 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Experience with computer-based interpretation of data sets and design of algorithms/macros.
• Willingness to work in integrated teams with geoscientists and engineers.
• Exposure to petrophysical software packages (Interactive Petrophysics/Techlog) and DB management preferred.
• Awareness of well logs, core data, and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to real-life internship projects within Oxy’s core businesses.
• Work under a manager and mentor with technical guidance through the timeline.
• Engage in training, field trips, and leadership meetings during the internship.

Skills

Data interpretation

Algorithms/macros

Team collaboration

Petrophysical software

Database management

Well logs knowledge

Core data evaluation

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Geoscience or Engineering

Tools

Interactive Petrophysics

Techlog

Job description

## Petrophysics InternApply: Posted 30+ Days Ago: JR110283Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit OxyOxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.Oxy’s Summer Intern Program runs from May to August for a full 12 weeks. As an Oxy intern, you will have the opportunity to experience real-life projects with hands-on participation in Oxy’s core businesses. Your summer project will be designed to add value to our operations while providing an opportunity to observe your skills and competencies in action. Oxy interns are paired with a manager and mentor in order to provide technical guidance throughout the project timeline. In addition to attending training and development courses, lunch and learns, field trips, and social activities, interns will be given the chance to meet with Oxy executives and leadership throughout the internship. Click here for more information about the intern program.**Required Qualifications*** Pursuing a Master’s Degree or PhD in Geoscience or Engineering discipline* Must have a graduation date Dec 2027 or later* Maintain a cumulative 2.85 GPA on a 4.0 scale* Experienced with computer based interpretation of data sets, design and implementation of algorithms or user defined functions (macros, scripts, matlab, etc.)* Must be willing to work in integrated teams and have the ability to interact effectively with geoscientists, reservoir, operations, drilling, and facilities engineers* Exposure to popular petrophysical software packages such as Interactive Petrophysics or Techlog, and possess database management skills is preferred* Awareness of principles of well logs and well log analysis* Awareness of principles of core data and evaluation.**Location:*** Houston, Texas**Benefits*** We offer a competitive salary!* Begin investing to your 401(K) and Retirement on your first day with combined 14% company matching* Relocation Assistance and/or fully-furnished Corporate Housing provided, if applicable* 9/80 Work Schedule. Enjoy a 3-day weekend every other week!Recruitment Fraud It has come to our attention various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of Oxy. Please be aware that these recruiting scams and communications do not originate nor are they associated with our recruitment process. All Oxy job postings and offers will require a completed application through our company website. Oxy does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process. We will never: • Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for any other fees • Use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind or • Request personal information such as passport and bank account details at an early stage of our recruitment process. We recommend against responding to unsolicited business propositions or offers from people you don't know. Do not disclose your personal or financial details. If you believe you have been the victim of a recruiting scam, please contact your local police department.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.