Development Engineering Intern

About the role

The Development Engineering Intern will support our Facilities and Process Engineering teams in the design, optimization, and execution of surface facilities and infrastructure supporting upstream oil and gas development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, modeling, and optimization of surface facilities, including:
• Oil, gas, and water separation equipment
• Storage, treating, and measurement systems
• Compression, dehydration, and artificial lift support systems
• Perform basic process simulations (e.g., heat/mass balance, fluid flow, equipment performance) using software tools such as Aspen HYSYS, ProMax, or similar.
• Support equipment sizing calculations and development of preliminary PFDs and P&IDs.
• Help prepare project scopes of work, cost estimates, bid packages, and project schedules.
• Participate in project reviews, contractor meetings, and field site visits.
• Conduct data gathering and field verification to support engineering and construction activities.
• Aid in project documentation, including MOCs, construction packages, and as-built drawings.
• Support development planning activities such as facility debottlenecking studies, infrastructure assessments, and economic analyses.
• Analyze production, pressure, and facility performance data to identify optimization opportunities.
• Support cross-functional collaboration with Production, Drilling & Completions, Land, HSE, and Operations.

Requirements

• Fully authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Students with an expected graduation 2028-2029 are encouraged to apply (juniors or sophomores).
• May 2027 graduates may only be considered if enrolled in a post-graduate program.
• Must have cumulative and major GPA of 3.3 or higher, to be confirmed with transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable).
• Must be available for a continuous 12-week period for the duration of the 2027 summer intern program, starting May 17th and ending on August 6th.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other engineering calculation tools.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to engineers and field personnel.
• Strong interest in data analysis, business analytics, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
• Ability to work with data and derive meaningful insights.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or project experience in:
• Thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer
• Process design and controls
• Facility and equipment design
• Project management or engineering economics
• Experience with simulation tools such as HYSYS, ProMax, or PIPEPHASE.
• Previous internship or field experience in oil and gas, energy, or industrial facilities.
• Working knowledge of P&IDs, PFDs, and equipment datasheets.

What You Will Gain

• Exposure to real engineering challenges within active oil & gas assets.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Field experience observing operations and construction activities.
• Mentorship from experienced Development, Facilities, and Process Engineers.
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that impact production, efficiency, and safety.

Internship Details

• Position will be based out of our office in The Woodlands, TX.
• Interns are expected onsite Monday-Friday, with the exception of 9/80's.
• The 9/80 schedule is optional per the manager's discretion, based on intern project scope and timeline.
• Non-local candidates may be considered but must arrange their own travel and temporary accommodations.
• A summer stipend will be provided to help offset out of pocket expenses.
• Students must be available for the full duration of the internship from May 17-Aug 6.
• Any personal time off must be approved by the supervisor as unpaid leave and should be noted with the recruiter as early as possible.
• Interns will receive an hourly wage but are not eligible for benefits or paid time off.
• Interns will be compensated for observed company holidays.