Operations Intern - West Virginia Northern CC

Williams•Oak Grove, WV

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Intern participates in Williams’ year-long Operations Internship Program while continuing a technical program at West Virginia Northern Community College. The role provides hands-on experience in the natural gas industry, year-round training and development, technical mentoring, real-time feedback, and work scheduled alongside classes. Interns work with experienced leaders on meaningful projects and may build a pathway to a future full-time role, depending on business needs and individual performance. The position will be located at one of Williams’ Ohio River Supply Hub facilities in the West Virginia and Ohio area, with the specific location based on business need and the selected candidate’s skills. Work may include electrical, instrumentation, and controls training and support; flow path training; transmitter calibrations; gathering-system activities; and mechanical and preventative maintenance. Responsibilities may vary by location, business needs, and the intern’s education and skills. The intern assists with safe facility equipment maintenance and operational support, follows requirements for safe and efficient operations, and maintains accurate reports and records. The position requires a West Virginia residency, current enrollment in and completion of one semester of a technical associate or certificate program at West Virginia Northern Community College, and a valid state driver’s license with a clean driving record. The position is not eligible for sponsorship. Compensation is a nonnegotiable $29.95 per hour. A housing stipend is provided, with additional relocation assistance for those moving more than 50 miles from their home and school address. Williams’ listed rewards include health coverage options, retirement benefits, paid time off, parental leave, education support, and other programs, subject to applicable plan terms.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current enrollment in and completion of one semester of a technical associate or certificate program at West Virginia Northern Community College.
Must be a West Virginia resident.
Must possess a valid state driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures, loud noises, and enclosed spaces.
Must be able to carry or lift items up to 50 pounds and team lift loads of more than 50 pounds as needed.
Must be able to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and squat, often for long periods.
Must be willing to work at elevated levels, potentially from man lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and/or small towers, with appropriate PPE.
Must be willing to use hand tools.
Demonstrates excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with safety as the top priority.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and PC skills.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, creative-thinking, and verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to work alongside classes as part of the internship schedule.
Position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership experience in a work, project, and/or campus environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with tasks to safely maintain facility equipment and support operations, collaborating with others to address technical or operational problems.
Learn and follow requirements for the safe and efficient operation of facilities and execution of tasks, and for protecting the community, personnel, environment, and assets.
Complete assigned reports and logs and maintain accurate records of process operations and equipment preventative maintenance.
Participate in electrical, instrumentation, and controls training and provide I&E support.
Participate in flow path training and perform transmitter calibrations.
Complete line locations, pigging, valve maintenance, daily rounds, and readings within the gathering system.
Build mechanical knowledge through mechanical maintenance, preventative maintenance, compliance activities, and general cleaning of facilities and assets.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Housing stipend; additional relocation assistance for those moving more than 50 miles from their home and school address.
Annual incentive program.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution.
Paid time off, including company and floating holidays.
Paid parental leave of up to six weeks per parent.
Fertility and adoption support.
Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
HSA and FSA options.
Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Domestic partner benefits.
Employee resource groups and wellness support.
Paid volunteer time and company matching for causes.
Advanced AI tools and resources.
Career development opportunities and a culture of promoting from within.