PhD Students Seeking Internship Opportunities

About Us

For well over a century, Exxon Mobil has been at the heart of creating and growing a modern world. We embrace the power and promise of technology, pushing the boundaries of what's possible. For billions around the world, lives are better and last longer because of the innovative problem solving and reliable energy we provide. And when it comes to developing industrial solutions to reduce carbon emissions, Exxon Mobil is truly the leader.

We don't stop at "good enough." We are committed to doing what's right, even if it's difficult or unpopular. We hold ourselves to high standards, challenge what's possible, and invest in innovation to meet society's critical needs. Real change begins with bold questions, drive, and ambition. Here, your talent, determination, and contributions shape how far you'll go and the impact you'll make along the way.

Our future success depends on exceptional people. We invest in developing talent through meaningful work, challenging assignments, mentorship, and experiences that help build the next generation of leaders.

We are uniquely Exxon Mobil. Integrity, care, excellence, resilience and courage, these core values determine how we work every day. At Exxon Mobil, our values aren't just words- they're how we show up, focused on delivering the right answer, the right way, every day.

We set the bar high and know you do, too. We're hiring students for summer internship and fall/spring co-op opportunities
. If you're currently pursuing a PhD in one of the STEM disciplines below, demonstrate strong academic performance, and bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, we want to hear from you.

• Aerospace Engineering
• Applied and Computational Mathematics
• Applied Physics
• Biostatistics
• Biochemistry
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry
• Civil Engineering
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Computational Signal Processing
• Computational Toxicology
• Computation
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Epidemiology
• Geoscience
• Marine/Ocean Engineering
• Materials Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Modeling
• Naval Architecture
• Operations Research
• Optimization
• Petroleum Engineering
• Polymer Engineering
• Reservoir Engineering
• Toxicology

As a PhD intern or co-op student
, you'll contribute to meaningful work—gaining hands-on technical and research experience. You'll work with in one of our operations or research facilities, contributing to projects and research that drive real results. Your assignments could include advanced research initiatives, process engineering, product development, modeling and optimization, and more—depending on your placement and business needs.

Beyond your project work, you'll have the chance to tour facilities, learn from senior leaders, and connect with experienced professionals across the organization. We also host social events that give you the chance to build relationships with your cohort, recent graduates, and leaders across Exxon Mobil.

Our goal is for every intern to leave Exxon Mobil feeling valued, having gained meaningful experiences, professional growth, and lasting skills that support future success.

• Summer internships: ~3 months
• Fall/Spring co-ops: ~4 - 5 months

High-performing interns are prioritized for return internships and, upon graduation, full-time roles in our Early Career Foundation program.

As a PhD intern or co-op student
, you'll be placed at one of our facilities in the Houston area or at select U.S. locations.

Assignments may include, but are not limited to the following locations:

• Baton Rouge, Louisiana
• Baytown, Texas
• Beaumont, Texas
• Houston Area (Spring), Texas (Corporate Headquarters)
• Joliet, Illinois
• Mont Belvieu, Texas

Our total rewards help you thrive in and out of the office. From day one, you'll receive competitive compensation that reflects the value you bring. As an intern or co-op student, you'll have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as our Employee Assistance Program and Culture of Health resources to support your well-being. If you're relocating to join us, we provide support to help you transition smoothly.

Learn more about our total rewards at .

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