Summer 2027 IT Intern

Diamondback Energy; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Diamondback Energy in Oklahoma City offers an IT internship designed to build hands-on experience across application development, reporting, analytics, data integration, and cyber security. The 12-week program (May–August 2027) places you with an experienced mentor and cross-functional IT teams, culminating in a presentation to Diamondback’s executive team.

Interns will gain insight into an Oil & Gas Exploration and Production environment, participate in release management, and engage with

Qualifications

• Must have strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in MIS, CS, or a similar discipline.
• Must be willing to work in Oklahoma City, OK for the duration of the internship.
• Must be returning to school for Fall 2027 semester.

Responsibilities

• Work on an assigned IT project during the summer and present to Diamondback’s executive team.
• Develop IT skills under mentorship from an experienced guide.
• Collaborate with IT and other teams to understand usage of IT systems and drive business outcomes.
• Participate in release management activities and daily stand-up calls with IT teams.
• Review key IT controls for cyber security and SOX compliance.
• Provide compliance and administrative support to the department.
• Participate in intern events and community activities in Oklahoma City.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in MIS/CS or similar

Job description

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Diamondback Energy is an independent oil and natural gas company headquartered in Midland, Texas. The Company also has an Accounting and IT presence in Oklahoma City, OK. We are focused on the acquisition, development, exploration, and exploitation of unconventional, onshore oil and natural gas reserves in the Permian Basin in West Texas.

The IT Intern will own an assigned summer project while working directly on business functions such as application development, reporting and analytics, data integration, infrastructure and desktop management, and cyber security.

Duration: Approximately 12 weeks (May – August 2027)

Job Responsibilities

• Work on an assigned, individual IT project throughout the summer, culminating in a presentation of the completed project to Diamondback’s executive team
• Develop IT skills under the supervision and guidance of an assigned, experienced mentor
• Work directly with teams across IT and other disciplines to experience what working in an Oil & Gas Exploration and Production company is like
• Participate in release management activities and attend daily stand-up calls with various IT teams
• Review key IT controls for cyber security and SOX compliance
• Interface with other departments to understand their usage of IT systems and processes to drive key business outcomes
• Provide quality compliance and administrative support to the department
• Participate in intern events and philanthropic endeavors that support the Oklahoma City community

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a similar discipline
• Must have strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
• Must be willing to work in Oklahoma City, OK for the duration of the internship
• Must be returning to school for the Fall 2027 semester

Preferred Qualifications

• GPA of 3.20 or higher
• Extracurricular achievements or prior work experience

Diamondback is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diamondback provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, veteran or disability status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Diamondback participates in E-Verify. Learn more about E-Verify.