Instrumentation and Electrical Technician Intern

ONEOK • Mont Belvieu, TX

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About The Position

Join ONEOK for a summer internship providing hands-on support to its Instrumentation and Electrical teams. This entry-level role offers experience in the midstream energy industry and involves assisting with the maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of instrumentation and electrical systems. The intern may assist with job shadowing, report preparation, data analysis, learning operational and compliance requirements, and developing presentations or training materials. Responsibilities may include DOT-covered pipeline operations, maintenance, or emergency response. The employee must remain alert and respond immediately to hazardous conditions.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to take initiative, maintain a positive attitude, learn eagerly, and adapt.
• Ability to apply basic arithmetic and, where applicable, advanced math, algebra, or statistical methods.
• Ability to communicate and exchange written and verbal information or instructions.
• Critical thinking, strong work ethic, attention to detail, and strong verbal and written communication skills.

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), including 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.
• Prepare and maintain reports and records, including maintenance and repair logs, safety and environmental reports, mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, pressure readings, material orders, and loop sheets.
• Assist with job shadowing, report preparation, data analysis, and learning about operational, technical, compliance, and regulatory components.
• Assist with developing presentations, trainings, knowledge sharing, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Remain alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED