Wells Engineering Intern
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
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.
What You’ll Actually DoChevron is hiring at various operating locations across the U.S, including:
- Bakersfield, California
- Covington, Louisiana
- Houston, Texas
- Midland, Texas
- Greeley, Colorado
— Wells engineering internships consist of actual projects worked on in the office with drilling or completions engineers and other functional groups that contribute value to Chevron. Program could also include time on a drilling or workover rig or in the Decision Support Center. Optimization studies, project look-back reviews, tool case studies, well design reviews, safety and environmental performance studies, and contractor analyses are some of the types of internship projects that the intern would contribute to.
The intern will also be exposed to Chevron’s safety and technology culture,will build relationships, and gain exposure to career opportunities h geographical area has its advantages and challenges, with some area wells costing an estimated $250,000 each to drill and complete and some costing as much as an estimated $ to drill and complete. All offer unique opportunities to learn about the oil and gas industry and how Chevron applies the ‘Chevron Way’.
Intern at Chevron?
- 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
Top performing interns may be invited back—or offered a fulltime role after graduation.
New grads who join Chevron fulltime enter the Horizons Program, a structured early career experience that includes:
- Formal training + onthejob 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 are required qualifications:
- Students pursuing a Bachelors, Masters or Ph.D. degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- 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 anticipated monthly (hourly) range for this position is $33.65 hourly - $9,750 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 employee and company contributions.
- Chevron matching contributions:
- 4% company match for a 1% employee contribution.
- 8% company match for a 2% employee contribution.
- Work schedules:
- Flexible work schedules (5/40, 9/80, or 4/10), as determined by the work group and confirmed with the hiring manager.
- Paid holidays depending on your work schedule.
- Full year of service credit for each internship completion (must be re-employed within 365 days)
- If later converted to a fulltime new graduate position, Chevron offers competitive pay and benefits to eligible employees, including healthcare, time off, retirement plans, and development opportunities. Learn more at
Relocation may be considered
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