Earth Science Intern

Earth Science Intern

Who We Are. Chevron is one of the world’s leading energy companies—but what really sets us apart is how we’re rethinking energy for the future. From producing oil and gas to developing lower‑carbon technologies, Chevron engineers work across the full energy system to power everyday life more safely, efficiently, and responsibly. Learn more about What We Do and The Chevron Way.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Chevron operates around the globe and across the entire energy value chain. Learn more on our website

Chevron is hiring Earth Science Intern roles at various operating locations across the U.S, including:

• Houston, TX

Earth Scientists within Chevron are part of multi-disciplinary teams which vary in make-up but can include geologists, geophysicists, engineers, data scientists, and/or software developers. Earth Scientists develop technical skills in geoscience, geophysics, and petrophysics assignments focused on exploration, development, reservoir characterization, and well operations.

Earth Science interns are assigned to positions and projects that contribute value to Chevron based on degree, relevant academic preparation, previous work experience, and career objectives. Interns will be provided guidance by a supervisor and a technical mentor.

Geologists with specialties such as basin modeling, basin analysis, stratigraphy, structural geology, geochemistry, seal analysis, reservoir quality prediction, reservoir modeling, geostatistics, geomechanics, and fluid flow.

Geophysicists with specialties such as seismic acquisition, seismic imaging and processing, cloud computing, quantitative geophysical interpretation and attribute analysis, velocity modeling, geophysical surveillance, geophysical inversion, and potential fields.

Top‑performing interns may be invited back—or offered a full‑time role after graduation.

New grads who join Chevron fulltime enter the Horizons Program, a structured early‑career experience that includes:

• Formal training + on‑the‑job learning
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Multiple job assignments and possible location rotations

You can build a career as a technical expert, people leader, or both.

The following qualifications are required:

• Students currently enrolled in a Master’s or Doctorate Thesis program or with less than 2 years post‑graduate degree experience in geology, geophysics, geological engineering, or related fields.
• Professional/academic focus in a technical area aligned with Chevron’s business needs.
• Strong academic performance in core programs, communication, leadership, teamwork and problem‑solving skills.
• Position may require driving on a routine basis.
• Ability to demonstrate The Chevron Way.

The following are preferred qualifications:

• Prior experience with industry workflows for subsurface characterization.
• Participation in an energy industry or sponsored university research project.
• Practical experience with geoscience coding, data science, and/or machine learning.

• You work on real projects, not side tasks
• You use modern tools and cloud platforms
• You learn how software scales in a global enterprise
• You build skills that translate anywhere
• You’re supported by experienced engineers and mentors

The anticipated range for this position is $35.20/hour - $10,200/monthly. The selected candidate’s monthly or hourly compensation will be determined based on their selected role, degree level and academic year.

As an intern, you will receive the following benefits:

• Furnished housing.
• Participation in Employee Savings Investment Plan with immediate vesting in both…