About the role#
As an Electrical Engineer Intern, you will support project engineering activities at our Corpus Christi refinery. You will work alongside senior engineers and managers to gain hands-on experience in electrical systems and refinery operations. This role focuses on documentation, project scoping, and field observation.
What you'll do#
- Assist with project engineering tasks ranging from simple to moderate complexity.
- Observe lockout/tagout energy isolation and participate in zero energy verification.
- Review electrical engineering documentation, including one-line diagrams, arc flash studies, and motor control schematics.
- Provide mark-ups for engineering drawings and technical data.
- Create job scopes for ongoing projects.
- Update and create CITGO specifications related to electrical engineering and terminal operations.
- Edit the engineering training manual to align with current practices.
- Update equipment reliability and integrity plans.
- Conduct site visits to witness activities and perform project scoping or verification.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma.
- Current enrollment in an accredited engineering program.
- Sophomore, junior, or senior classification.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Corpus Christi, Texas.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid internship.
About CITGO
CITGO Petroleum Corporation operates as an independent refiner in the United States. Founded in 1983, the company maintains headquarters in Houston, Texas. It manages three refineries alongside a network of terminals, pipelines, and blending plants. The organization employs over 5,000 people to produce and market fuels, lubricants, and petrochemicals.
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