Student Worker (CWE)

ONEOK • Sidney, MT

19h

About The Position

The ONEOK Cooperative Work Experience (CWE) program provides high school seniors with a unique, hands-on opportunity to explore careers in the natural gas industry. Through structured role shadowing, safety-focused training, and exposure to multiple technical and professional disciplines, students gain a high-level understanding of Natural Gas Processing and the critical operations that support a midstream energy company. Participants will rotate through a variety of departments—such as Safety, Operations, Information Technology, Engineering, Environmental, Supply Chain, and more—spending approximately 2–3 weeks in each area. This rotation may be adjusted based on student interests to allow more time in their area(s) of interest. This program equips students with real-world skills, practical industry knowledge, and a strong foundation for future careers.

Requirements

• High school senior in good academic standing
• Minimum age requirement: must turn 18 on or before 1/15/2027
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to drive to various ONEOK locations
• Willingness to learn in a hands-on, real-world environment
• Strong communication skills and curiosity about the energy industry
• Ability to maintain consistent attendance and follow agreed-upon schedules

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured job shadowing across numerous ONEOK departments to gain a broad understanding of natural gas processing and midstream operations.
• Follow clear instructions regarding duties, schedules, expectations, and workplace conduct as outlined in the training agreement.
• Engage in hands-on learning that supports future workforce readiness, including exposure to technical systems, tools, and operational procedures.
• Maintain open communication with supervisors, CTE instructors, and the CWE Program Manager regarding progress, evaluations, and scheduling.
• Complete all required quarterly evaluations and participate in continuous feedback discussions.
• Uphold ONEOK’s commitment to safety by learning hazard recognition, safe work practices, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Adhere to all attendance requirements, including providing a yellow student pass for schedule changes and refraining from work when absent from school.
• Seek support from the CWE Coordinator when challenges arise; participate in improvement plans if needed.

What This Job Offers

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