Lab Technician Intern, Borger Refinery

Phillips 66 • Borger, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician Intern at the Phillips 66 Borger Refinery will join the laboratory team and work under the direction of the lab group leader, providing assistance across multiple laboratories. This temporary assignment is anticipated to last up to one year or less. The anticipated start date is March 2027. Interns will work during the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters and coordinate a part-time schedule with their supervisor around classes and other educational obligations. The role may involve 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and some holidays, and requires a reliable schedule of at least 20 hours per week, including weekends. Overtime and on-call responsibilities may also be required.

The intern will train on laboratory analyses, operate laboratory instrumentation, prepare standards and solutions, collect and prepare samples, record and calculate results using spreadsheets, and evaluate instrument performance using SQC trends. The position also involves maintaining a safe laboratory environment, following laboratory and ASTM procedures, keeping technical knowledge current, and working independently and collaboratively. The position is based at the Borger Refinery in Borger, Texas.

Applicants must be enrolled in an associate degree program or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Biology, or another related science discipline; have completed or be enrolled in at least one college-level chemistry course; and have a cumulative college retention GPA of at least 2.0. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions, be at least 18 years old, and maintain a valid driver’s license. The role requires the ability to meet extensive physical, safety, and operational conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation, including working with chemicals and petroleum products, using protective equipment, climbing, lifting, working in enclosed spaces and harsh weather, and performing firefighting duties.

The base hourly pay is $28.60. If assigned to a shift, the applicable hourly rate may be lower based on the schedule. Benefits listed apply to certain eligible full-time employees and include an annual variable cash incentive program, an 8% 401(k) company match, a cash balance account pension, medical, dental, and vision benefits, a company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on an HDHP, and well-being programs and incentives.

Requirements

• Cumulative college retention GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Currently enrolled in an associate degree program or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Biology, or another related science discipline.
• Completed or currently enrolled in at least one college-level chemistry course.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to work a 12-hour rotating shift including some weekends, holidays, and nights; work overtime; and assume on-call responsibilities.
• Ability to work in enclosed spaces such as tanks and silos, near large hot high-speed machines, and outside in harsh weather conditions.
• Ability to climb up to 250 feet and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work with chemicals, including acids, bases, and solvents, and with petroleum products under high pressure and high temperatures.
• Ability to wear fire-retardant clothing and personal protective equipment, including steel-toe shoes and hearing and eye protection, and maintain facial hair conditions that allow a respirator or face mask to seal properly.
• Ability to perform firefighting duties and evacuate safely and promptly in an emergency.
• Ability to read and understand written safety and work procedures, work permits, and instruction manuals.
• Ability to learn computer software associated with process operations.
• Ability to operate standard petroleum laboratory testing instrumentation and test equipment, follow SLP and ASTM procedures, and perform minor instrument maintenance.

Nice To Haves

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Technology degree plan.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe laboratory working environment and follow safe work practices and procedures.
• Complete safety training, participate in company safety programs, and observe and correct unsafe acts.
• Train on all analyses in the applicable laboratory.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation according to standard laboratory guidelines.
• Use SQC trends to evaluate instrument accuracy and precision and take corrective action when necessary.
• Prepare standards and standardize solutions required for analyses.
• Use spreadsheets to log data and calculate results.
• Maintain and continuously increase technical knowledge.
• Work independently and as part of a team to accomplish objectives.
• Communicate effectively with employees and assist where needed.
• Collect samples and prepare them for analysis.
• Perform assigned work efficiently and effectively to maximize productivity.
• Maintain a reliable schedule of at least 20 hours per week, including weekends.
• Work rotating shifts and, as required, overtime and on-call responsibilities.
• Follow Standard Laboratory Procedures and American Society for Testing Materials procedures.
• Operate standard petroleum laboratory testing instrumentation and equipment, and perform minor instrument maintenance.

Benefits

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program bonus.
• 8% 401(k) company match.
• Cash Balance Account pension.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on an HDHP.
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including an Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree