Intern - NG&NGL Plant Operator (Summer 2026)
About The Position
An exciting career awaits you At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment. The Natural Gas and NGL Services (Gathering and Processing) Plant Operator Intern/Co-op will perform an assist with supporting outside operations involved in the processing, storage, loading, and unloading of mixed natural gas liquids (NGLs) and related fractions. Aid in routine testing, equipment checks, and data collection to monitor plant performance. Help adjust operating equipment as needed to maintain safe, efficient, and compliant plant operation. Provide support to maintenance and other on-site groups to optimize overall plant efficiency and reliability. Perform miscellaneous tasks assigned to support efficient plant operations and safety practices.
Requirements
- Candidates must be pursuing a degree or certification in Plant Operations or Process Technology.
- Strong academic performance.
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week.
- Positions are available during Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters.
- Will require time spent in the field monitoring and managing field activities as required in various areas of our Midstream natural gas and light crude facilities, including pipelines, compressor stations, pump stations and other related facilities.
- Many projects may require travel; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
Nice To Haves
- Availability for multiple work terms is preferred.
- Military experience a plus.
Responsibilities
- Perform and assist with supporting outside operations involved in the processing, storage, loading, and unloading of mixed natural gas liquids (NGLs) and related fractions.
- Aid in routine testing, equipment checks, and data collection to monitor plant performance.
- Help adjust operating equipment as needed to maintain safe, efficient, and compliant plant operation.
- Provide support to maintenance and other on-site groups to optimize overall plant efficiency and reliability.
- Perform miscellaneous tasks assigned to support efficient plant operations and safety practices.
Benefits
- access to health, vision, and dental insurance
- paid time off
- 401k matching program
- paid parental leave
- educational reimbursement
- discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
