About the role#
As an Electrical Engineering intern or co-op at a Marathon refinery, you will gain experience with industry codes, best practices, and engineering workflows. You will work alongside professionals to understand how a refinery operates and how different engineering disciplines collaborate. Most interns have the opportunity to work in multiple areas of the refinery to build a broad understanding of the plant. This role is a full-time, paid position for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
Depending on your specific assignment, you may focus on project engineering, reliability, or process control. Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing project management skills, including scope alignment and cost and schedule development.
- Analyzing equipment failures and creating solutions for recurring difficulties.
- Running Arc Flash studies for the power system.
- Troubleshooting system power supply problems and control system programming.
- Installing and troubleshooting communication networks while monitoring control system performance metrics.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Electrical Engineering degree program.
- A strong academic record.
- A valid driver's license.
- Availability for multiple work terms is preferred.
Location & details#
This is an on-site position for Summer 2027. Locations include Findlay, Ohio; El Paso, Texas; Anacortes, Washington; Wilmington, California; Martinez, California; Canton, Ohio; Mandan, North Dakota; Salt Lake City, Utah; Robinson, Illinois; Detroit, Michigan; St Paul Park, Minnesota; Catlettsburg, Kentucky; Garyville, Louisiana; Texas City, Texas; and Kenai, Alaska.
About Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Marathon Petroleum Corporation operates as an integrated energy company focused on downstream and midstream activities. Founded in 1887, the business maintains its headquarters in Findlay, Ohio. It manages the largest refining system in the United States and oversees a network of retail outlets. The company also holds a majority interest in MPLX LP, which handles crude oil and light product transportation infrastructure.
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