Operator Internship at 4526 Marathon Refining Logistics Services LLC — Texas City, TX

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POSITION SUMMARY

Marathon Petroleum is seeking highly motivated Process Technology Operator Interns to gain hands-on experience in a refinery operations environment. This internship is designed to provide students and recent graduates of a Process Technology program with practical exposure to refinery operations while developing technical, operational, and interpersonal skills necessary for a career as a Refinery Operator. The internship offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced Operators, learn refinery processes, and apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and apply technical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and interpersonal skills in a refinery work environment under the guidance of refinery operations personnel.
• Monitor, regulate, troubleshoot, and support the operation of refinery process equipment and systems.
• Learn the responsibilities associated with both outside field operations and process control functions.
• Gather operational data, analyze results, and assist with identifying appropriate operational adjustments or recommendations.
• Assist with refinery unit startups, shutdowns, and other operational activities as assigned.
• Build an understanding of refinery processes used to convert crude oil and other feedstocks into transportation fuels and other petroleum products.
• Follow all refinery safety, environmental, and operational procedures while working in a controlled refinery environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Current enrollment in a two-year Process Technology program leading to an Associate of Applied Science degree or graduation within one year from one of these programs is required. NOTE: Graduation date or anticipated graduation date MUST be included on resume to be considered for this internship.
• Must be in good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and not on academic probation.
• Will be required to submit official college transcripts.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

WORK SCHEDULE

Refineries operate 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Interns should be available to work day and night shifts and may transition to a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, including weekends and holidays, depending on operational needs. Overtime may or may not be required. Marathon will make reasonable efforts to accommodate school schedules when possible; however, accommodations cannot be guaranteed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to climb structures and ladders exceeding 75 feet.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 250 pounds with mechanical assistance.
• Ability to work on concrete, metal grating, gravel, asphalt, and piping surfaces at both ground level and elevated locations.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment, including a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Successful completion of pre-employment assessments, background checks, medical evaluations, and drug and alcohol screenings as required.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to safety and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a safety-sensitive environment.

PAY

Hourly pay for this internship is $31.89.

Location:

Texas City, Texas

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00022930

Location Address:

2401 5th Ave S

Education

Employee Group:

Part time

Employee Subgroup:

Intern