Intern/Co-op - Refining Mechanical Engineer (Fall 2026)

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with industry codes and best practices.
• Build critical thinking skills.
• Gain an understanding of how all engineering disciplines work together as a cohesive team.
• Gain knowledge of various aspects of a refinery by working with a team of professionals.
• Expand written and verbal presentation skills in a professional work environment.
• Opportunity to work on more than one area of the refinery, leading to a broad understanding of how the plant operates.
• Enter into positions such as Area Refining Engineer/Project Engineers, developing and using project management skills, creating project scopes, estimates, and schedules.
• Assist in the design and construction processes of projects once they are developed and approved.
• MPC provides training and educational opportunities to help develop knowledge of other engineering disciplines.
• Develop into professional project managers capable of managing projects of all sizes.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be majoring in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong academic performance required.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Positions are available spring, summer, and fall semesters.
• Availability for multiple work terms is preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Concurrent enrollment in a degree-seeking program is preferred.
• Military experience is a plus.

Pay

MIN - $32.31 per hour / MAX - $40.89 per hour

Benefits

Learn More About Marathon Petroleum’s Benefits at www.mympcbenefits.com

About the Role

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

Schedule

The majority of Mechanical Engineering co-ops and interns enter into the following positions: Area Refining Engineer/Project Engineers, Reliability Engineers, etc.

Location

Findlay, Ohio

Additional Locations

• Anacortes, Washington
• Canton, Ohio
• Catlettsburg, Kentucky
• Detroit, Michigan
• El Paso, Texas
• Garyville, Louisiana
• Kenai, Alaska
• Mandan, North Dakota
• Robinson, Illinois
• Salt Lake City, Utah
• St Paul Park, Minnesota
• Texas City, Texas
• Wilmington, California

Education

High School (Required)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.