Summer Intern

Freeport LNG is launching its 2027 Summer Internship Program at terminal locations in Quintana, TX. The program runs from late May to early August and offers internships focused on Engineering or Projects. Interns will work with managers, support departments, interact with employees, vendors, and team members, and receive mentorship throughout the program. At the end of the internship, each intern will deliver a presentation to senior leadership highlighting their projects.

Responsibilities

• Capital Projects (Preferred majors: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering)
  • Partner on capital projects in a cross‑functional team environment alongside project managers, subcontractors, and construction teams.
  • Possible project work includes:
    • Debottlenecking studies
    • Aftercooler remediation
    • Flare reduction initiatives
    • Loading rate increase evaluations
    • Feasibility study on converting ethylene service to ethane
  • Participate in PFD, P&ID, and HAZOP reviews, as well as model and pre‑startup reviews.
  • Support commissioning, startup, and post‑startup activities, including troubleshooting.
• Process Engineering (Preferred major: Chemical Engineering)
  • Work as a key member of the process engineering group supporting the terminal’s day‑to‑day operation and optimization.
  • Possible work includes:
    • Process modeling, simulation, and performance analysis
    • Technical support to operations and maintenance
    • Engineering design, technical reports, and recommendations
    • Root‑cause analysis and troubleshooting of process upsets
• Instrumentation & Controls Engineering (Preferred majors: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Instrumentation & Controls)
  • Join the I&C group supporting instrumentation, control systems, and safety systems.
  • Possible work includes:
    • Instrument air expansion project
    • Support of control system and field instrumentation projects
    • Interface with operations and maintenance on control system performance
• All tracks
  • Participate in site safety activities and daily HSE practices as active team members.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls, or an equivalent field.
• Current class standing: Sophomore through Senior, or Graduate Student.
• Expected graduation date: Fall 2027 through Fall 2029.
• Available for a minimum of ten (10) continuous weeks.
• Ability to obtain and maintain site access requirements for all Freeport LNG locations.
• Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Innovative mindset and strong technical skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
  • Team‑player attitude with good listening and influencing abilities
  • Customer‑service focus
  • Ability to manage change, multiple priorities, and deliver results
  • Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities

HSE Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the policies, efforts, and programs of Freeport LNG Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System.
• Actively participate in the HSE and Process Safety Management System policies.
• Prioritize HSE concerns in all activities within the intern’s area of responsibility.
• Implement routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions.

Working Conditions and Physical Expectations

• Work may be performed in a professional office environment within or outside an industrial plant, with occasional walkthroughs of facility areas.
• Must be able to stand and/or sit continuously while performing essential functions.
• Standard office equipment usage (computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, filing cabinets).
• Required communication abilities: audible speech, hearing, and clear oral instruction delivery.
• Physical activities include standing, walking, using hands to handle tools or controls, and driving to other company locations as needed.
• Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities.
• Capability to work outdoors and in various environmental conditions.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, climb, balance, crouch, and lift items up to 30 lb without assistance.
• Visual acuity (corrected if necessary) and ability to distinguish colors for job functions.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain site access credentials for all FLNG sites.