Refining Chemical Engineering Intern/Co-op Spring 2027

4526 Marathon Refining Logistics Services LLC; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 46,204 - 58,479; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching program

Paid parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

4526 Marathon Refining Logistics Services LLC in Findlay, Ohio is seeking a Chemical Engineer to enhance refining processes and work collaboratively in a team. Candidates should possess strong academic credentials in Chemical Engineering and be able to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. This position offers invaluable experience and a pathway for professional development in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) matching program. Join us for a fulfilling career!

Qualifications

• Strong academic performance in Chemical Engineering.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. full-time.
• Availability for spring, summer, and fall work terms.
• Military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Familiarize with process equipment and best practices.
• Work with a team on refining process operations.
• Improve refinery process and equipment.
• Develop planning and scheduling models.

Skills

Strong academic performance

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Chemical Engineering knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Education

Major in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Overview

An exciting career awaits you at Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC). MPC is committed to being a great place to work by welcoming new ideas, encouraging diverse perspectives, developing our people, and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

As a Chemical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you will become familiar with process equipment fundamentals and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all engineering disciplines work together as a cohesive team. You will work with a team of professionals who run a specific portion of the refining process, often gaining experience in multiple areas of the refinery to develop a broad understanding of plant operations. You will have the opportunity to expand your written and verbal presentation skills in a professional work environment.

Typical Roles and Projects

Process / Technical Service Engineers

• Develop and lead test runs to optimize refinery operations
• Perform process engineering calculations for various process technologies or equipment
• Monitor and make recommendations regarding catalysts and adsorbents
• Complete projects and provide recommendations for improvements to refinery process and equipment

Operations Research Engineers

• Help develop planning, blending, scheduling, and process models for refinery engineers
• Use models to optimize crude oil purchasing, refinery production, blending, finished product scheduling, and overall refinery production
• Validate production data and mass balancing
• Process modeling and development of graphical interfaces of refinery process units

Environmental Engineers

• Work on projects that involve compliance of the entire refinery
• Apply engineering principles and calculations to environmental projects
• Perform process calculations for the Risk Management Plan, including physical surveys of refinery process units
• Work on projects within a Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Participate in inspections and testing conducted by federal, state, or local officials

Products Control / Economics Engineers

• Work on projects related to tank farm operations and product handling
• Analyze refinery process flow data and compare to recommended optimum levels to identify equipment failures and capacity variances
• Update gasoline blend information and tank samples in preparation for an annual blender waiver audit
• Develop applications to better present process data for refinery operating decisions

Qualifications

• Must be majoring in Chemical Engineering
• Strong academic performance
• Authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time indefinite basis without needing visa sponsorship now or in the future
• Positions available for 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 is a plus
• Minimum hourly rate $33.54 – $42.45 maximum

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching program
• Paid parental leave
• Educational reimbursement
• Company‑sponsored discretionary annual bonus program
• Learn more about Marathon Petroleum’s benefits at www.mympcbenefits.com

Location

Findlay, Ohio (additional locations: Anacortes, Washington; Canonsburg, Pennsylvania; Canton, Ohio; Catlettsburg, Kentucky; Detroit, Michigan; El Paso, Texas; Garyville, Louisiana; Kenai, Alaska; Mandan, North Dakota; Martinez, California; Robinson, Illinois; Salt Lake City, Utah; San Antonio, Texas; St.PaulPark, Minnesota; Texas City, Texas; Wilmington, California)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, reproductive health, age, disability, medical condition, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please refer to the EEO statement file. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].