Summer 2027 Landman Intern (Viper)

Diamondback Energy; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Viper Energy, Inc. invites energetic undergraduates to join as a Landman Intern in Midland, Texas for a ~12-week summer project. You will engage in lease and contract analysis, ownership review, courthouse research, and surface use negotiations under an assigned mentor.

The program provides exposure to on-site field visits, including active drilling and completions, plus engagement in intern events that support the Midland-Odessa community.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Energy Management/Energy Commerce.
• Must have strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills.
• Must be willing to work in Midland, TX for the duration of the internship.
• Must be returning to school for the Fall 2027 semester.

Responsibilities

• Work on an assigned, individual Land project and present to Diamondback’s executive team.
• Develop knowledge in all phases of Land under mentor guidance.
• Research and analyze leases, operating agreements, term assignments, and contracts to determine obligations.
• Confirm ownership in wells to determine options for proposals.
• Assist in surface use agreements and negotiate with landowners; review title opinions.
• Collaborate with teams across disciplines to understand oil and gas exploration operations.
• Participate in on-site field visits to learn operations including active drilling and completions.
• Participate in intern events and philanthropic endeavors in Midland-Odessa community.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Willing to work in Midland, TX

Returning to school Fall 2027

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Energy Management

Energy Commerce

Job description

Viper Energy, Inc. (“Viper”) is headquartered in Midland, Texas, and was formed by Diamondback Energy (“Diamondback”) to own, acquire and exploit oil and natural gas properties in North America, with a focus on owning and acquiring mineral and royalty interests in oil-weighted basins, primarily in the Permian Basin in West Texas.

The Viper Landman Intern will own an assigned summer project while working directly on business functions such as lease and contract analysis, ownership and title review, courthouse research, and surface use negotiations.

Duration: Approximately 12 weeks (May – August 2027)

Job Responsibilities

• Work on an assigned, individual Land project throughout the summer, culminating in a presentation of the completed project to Diamondback’s executive team
• Develop and increase knowledge in all phases of Land under the direction of an assigned, experienced mentor
• Research and analyze leases, operating agreements, term assignments, and other contracts to determine obligations
• Confirm ownership in operated and non-operated wells to determine options for well proposals
• Assist in surface use agreements and negotiations with landowners, review title opinions and perform title curative responsibilities
• Work directly with teams across other disciplines to experience what working in an Oil & Gas Exploration and Production company is like
• Participate in on-site field visits to learn about field operations, including an active drilling rig and active completions spread
• Participate in intern events and philanthropic endeavors that support the Midland-Odessa community

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Energy Management/Energy Commerce
• Must have strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
• Must be willing to work in Midland, TX for the duration of the internship
• Must be returning to school for the Fall 2027 semester

Preferred Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.20 or higher
• Extracurricular achievements or prior work experience
• Membership in the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL)

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.