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.
• Have the 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.
• Assist in the design and construction processes of projects.
• Develop and use project management skills to create project scopes, estimates, and schedules.
• Support the refinery's Maintenance Department through design and development of equipment related improvements.
• Participate in root cause failure analysis, optimization of maintenance programs, and troubleshooting fixed equipment.
• Find new technology in design, materials, and repair methods to achieve refinery goals of longer running times at lower costs.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be majoring in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong academic performance is 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.
• Candidates must be concurrently enrolled in a degree-seeking program.
• 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, develop and use project management skills to create project scopes, estimates, and schedules. Once a project is developed and approved, you, as the project manager, will oversee the design effort and assist in the construction process.

Skills

We are committed to developing engineers into professional project managers who can successfully manage projects of all sizes.

Benefits

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth. Details about benefits are available at mympcbenefits.com.

Pay

Pay Min/Max: $0.00 - $999.99 Hourly Grade: HRLY1

Location

Location: Findlay, Ohio

Job Requisition ID

Job Requisition ID: 00018186

Additional Locations

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

Education

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.