Refinery Chemical Engineering Intern: Learn, Model & Optimize

Marathon Petroleum Corporation; Mandan (ND); On-site; USD 44,083 - 56,481; Part time

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation offers engineering internship opportunities in Mandan, North Dakota. Interns will explore process equipment fundamentals, develop critical thinking, and gain exposure to refinery operations.

The program includes projects in process optimization, modeling, and economic analysis across multiple refinery disciplines. Candidates should be majoring in Chemical Engineering, demonstrate strong academics, and be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be majoring in Chemical Engineering.
• Strong academic performance.
• Authorized to work in the US on a full‑time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Positions are available spring, summer, and fall semesters.
• Availability for multiple work terms is preferred.
• A valid driver?s license is required.
• Concurrent enrollment in a degree seeking program.
• Military experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Familiarize yourself with process equipment fundamentals and best practices.
• Develop and lead test runs to optimize refinery operations; perform process calculations.
• Monitor and make recommendations regarding catalyst and adsorbents; propose improvements to refinery process and equipment.
• Develop planning, blending, scheduling, and process models for refinery engineers.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Strong academic performance

Education

Major in Chemical Engineering

Concurrent enrollment in a degree seeking program

Authorized to work in the US on a full‑time indefinite basis

Job description

Marathon Petroleum Corporation offers engineering internship opportunities in Mandan, North Dakota. Interns will explore process equipment fundamentals, develop critical thinking, and gain exposure to refinery operations.

The program includes projects in process optimization, modeling, and economic analysis across multiple refinery disciplines. Candidates should be majoring in Chemical Engineering, demonstrate strong academics, and be authorized to work in the United States.