Instrument Intern, Borger Refinery
About The Position
The Instrument Intern will participate in the Borger Refinery Craft Student Internship Program which provides opportunities for career success through hands-on learning experiences. Students apply subject matter knowledge learned in a certificate or associate program to the workplace and develop technical and interpersonal skills in the workplace. It is important for student interns to participate as contributing and active members of their craft team. Interns are expected to effectively communicate with all levels of the team and to ask questions that facilitate learning while respecting the professional demands and experience of their co-workers. The anticipated internship start date in Summer 2026. Interns will continue to work during the Fall and Spring semesters and will work with their supervisor to set a part time work schedule around their classes and other educational obligations. This position requires the successful completion of an online assessment. If you meet the required qualifications of the position, a link to complete the assessment will be emailed to you immediately after your completed application is received. Please check your spam folder if you do not see the email. The assessment must be completed within 7 days of your application date OR prior to the job posting expiration date, whichever is earlier. The job posting expiration date is listed at the bottom of this job posting. Your assessment results will be valid for one year.
Requirements
- Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
- Valid driver's license
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Instrumentation or Electrical Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree Program or equivalent at a post-secondary educational institution
- Willing and able to perform/comply with the following, with or without reasonable accommodation: Climb up to 250 feet in height, Lift up to 50 pounds, Work in enclosed/confined spaces, such as tanks and silos, Work near large, hot, high-speed machines, Work around chemicals, including acids and bases, Work with petroleum products that are under high pressure and high temperature, Work outside in harsh weather conditions, Perform firefighting duties, Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment (such as steel-toe shoes, ear, and eye protection), Maintain your face daily so that a respirator/face mask can seal properly (some examples include being free of facial hair and/or clean shaven)
- Able to read English at a level to understand technical procedures, documents, and materials
- Learn computer software associated with process operations
Nice To Haves
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Anticipated graduation date in December 2026 or May 2027
Responsibilities
- Shadow and support experienced employees while effectively following all safety, health, environmental, maintenance, and operation practices and procedures
- Assist repairs, troubleshoot, and maintain Refinery electronic and pneumatic instrumentation, including controllers, control valves, transmitters, analyzers, and vibration equipment - also includes the maintenance and configuration of Distributive Control Systems and the maintenance and programming of Programmable Logic Controllers
- Learn about health, safety and environmental hazards
- Witness the work authorization permit system
- Witness energy isolation (e.g. Lock, Tag & Try)
- Learn how to recognize and report incidents and near-misses
- Provide inspection, testing, and documentation of safety systems to meet OSHA regulations
- Assist with pre-startup safety reviews and new project technical reviews
- Communicate well with all organizational levels and present information / ideas in an articulate and organized way
Benefits
- Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
- 8% 401k company match
- Cash Balance Account pension
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
- Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
