Instrumentation and Electrical Technician Intern

ONEOK • Mont Belvieu, TX

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About The Position

This entry-level summer internship provides hands-on support to ONEOK’s Instrumentation and Electrical teams. The intern assists with maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of instrumentation and electrical systems used in midstream energy operations, gaining experience in a fast-paced environment. The role may involve DOT-covered pipeline operations, maintenance, or emergency response, and requires alertness and an immediate response to dangerous or hazardous conditions. The position includes job shadowing, reporting, data analysis, learning about operational, technical, compliance, and regulatory components, and assisting with presentations, training, knowledge sharing, and administrative tasks. Travel to other locations may be required; commuting to a designated office or worksite is required, and travel between worksites during the workday is as a passenger in a company vehicle.

Requirements

• High school diploma and must be at least 18 years old.
• Currently pursuing a certificate or degree relevant to the internship field.
• Strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.
• Ability to take initiative, maintain a positive attitude, show eagerness to learn, and adapt.
• Ability to apply basic arithmetic and/or advanced math, algebra, or statistical methods.
• Ability to communicate and exchange written and verbal information or instructions.
• Critical-thinking skills, ability to work well in teams, strong work ethic, attention to detail, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Currently enrolled in a relevant technical or related program.
• Basic understanding of instrumentation and electrical principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, operation, and maintenance of instrumentation, including transmitters, transducers, fire and gas detectors, gas analyzers, and flow computers.
• Maintain ESD and safety interlock systems (SIS) and perform scheduled testing.
• Support maintenance and operation of analytical equipment, SCADA systems, remote terminal units, DCS, and PLC systems.
• Maintain and test operational technology (OT) networks and network equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and analytical testing on compressors, engines, drivers, and auxiliary equipment.
• Maintain low- and medium-voltage electrical power circuits, switchgear, and power distribution systems.
• Maintain and prepare reports and records, including maintenance and repair logs, safety and environmental reports, mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, pressure readings, material orders, and loop sheets.
• Participate in job shadowing, prepare reports, analyze data, and learn about operational, technical, compliance, regulatory, and business-related components.
• Assist with developing presentations and trainings, knowledge sharing, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Remain alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED