2026-2027 Petroleum Engineer Intern
Who We Are. Chevron is one of the world’s leading energy companies—but what really sets us apart is how we’re rethinking energy for the future. From producing oil and gas to developing lower‑carbon technologies, Chevron engineers work across the full energy system to power everyday life more safely, efficiently, and responsibly. Learn more about What We Do and The Chevron Way.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Chevron operates around the globe and across the entire energy value chain. Learn more on our website Chevron.com.
What You’ll Actually Do
For the 2026-2027 season, Chevron is accepting online applications for Petroleum Engineer Interns in the following potential locations:
- Houston, Texas
- Midland, Texas
- Covington, Louisiana
- Bakersfield, California
Petroleum Engineers within Chevron are part of multi-disciplinary teams which vary in make-up but can include petroleum engineers, geologists, geophysicists, facility engineers, drilling and completion engineers, data scientists, and/or software developers. Petroleum engineers develop technical skills in production and reservoir engineering assignments focused on asset development planning, production operations, reserves, uncertainty and risk management, and capital project development.
Petroleum engineering interns are assigned to production and reservoir engineering positions and projects that contribute value to Chevron. Projects are matched with interns based on degree pursued and previous internship experience. Interns will be provided with a mentor to provide guidance on their projects. Positions can be either field or office based.
What’s Next After the Internship
Top‑performing interns may be invited back—or offered a full‑time role after graduation.
New grads who join Chevron fulltime enter the Horizons Program, a structured early‑career experience that includes:
- Formal training + on‑the‑job learning
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Multiple job assignments and possible location rotations
You can build a career as a technical expert, people leader, or both.
What You Must Have
The following qualifications are required:
- Students pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
- Strong academic performance in core programs, communication, leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- This position may require driving on a routine basis.
- Ability to demonstrate The Chevron Way.
What Sets You Apart
The following are preferred qualifications:
- Experience in research, technology development, or consulting.
- Previous experience in an integrated oil or international service company intern program.
- Participation in an industry or energy company university research project.
Why Intern at Chevron?
- You work on real projects, not side tasks
- You use modern tools and cloud platforms
- You learn how software scales in a global enterprise
- You build skills that translate anywhere
- You’re supported by experienced engineers and mentors
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated range for this position is $35.20/hour - $10,200 Monthly. The selected candidate’s monthly or hourly compensation will be determined based on their selected role, degree level and academic year.
As an intern, you will receive the following benefits:
- Furnished housing.
- Participation in Employee Savings Investment Plan with immediate vesting in both employee and company contributions.
- Chevron matching contributions:
- 4% company match for a 1% employee contribution.
- 8% company match for a 2% employee contribution.
- Chevron matching contributions:
- Work schedules:
- Flexible work schedules (5/40, 9/80, or 4/10), as determined by the work group and confirmed with the hiring manager.
- Paid holidays depending on your work schedule.
- Full year of service credit for each internship completion (must be re-employed within 365 days)
If later converted to a full‑time new graduate position, Chevron offers competitive pay and benefits to eligible employees, including healthcare, time off, retirement plans, and development opportunities. Learn more at http://hr2.chevron.com/
Relocation Options:
Relocation may be considered
International Considerations: (select the appropriate option)
Chevron regrets that it will not sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position unless the candidate possesses a Ph.D. or is currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program
These positions may involve Chevron Oil, Products & Gas (OPG) technologies that are subject to U.S. export controls and trade sanctions. These export control laws apply to individuals who are (a) not U.S. citizens, permanent resident aliens, temporary resident aliens, applicants for temporary resident status, refugees, or asylees; and who are also (b) current citizens or permanent residents of a country that is subject to comprehensive trade sanctions under U.S. export control law, http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/sanctions/Pages/default.aspx. As such, we regret that we would be unable to provide a meaningful internship experience at OPG for you because under government regulations, OPG would not be able to allow access to such technologies absent an authorization from the U.S. government. For this reason, OPG is not considering applicants who are current citizens and/or permanent residents of countries subject to comprehensive U.S. trade sanctions.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and unofficial transcript(s) online.
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