MPC is looking for a Materials Science Engineer intern to gain familiarity with process equipment fundamentals and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and understand how engineering disciplines work together. The intern will gain knowledge of refinery operations and contribute to projects that optimize refinery processes and equipment.
Requirements
- Candidates must be majoring in Material Science
- 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.
- Concurrent enrollment in a degree seeking program
Responsibilities
- develop and lead test runs to optimize refinery operations
- perform process engineering calculations concerning the various process technology (or equipment) in the refinery
- monitor and make recommendations in regards to catalyst and adsorbents
- complete projects and provide recommendations for improvements to the refinery process and equipment
- validation of production data and mass balancing
- process modeling
- development of graphical interfaces of refinery process units
Other
- Strong academic performance
- Positions are available spring, summer, and fall semesters
- Availability for multiple work terms is preferred
- A valid driver's license is required
- Military experience a plus
