About the role#
This internship program runs for 12 weeks during the summer of 2026. You will work on real projects within our core business operations while receiving technical guidance from a dedicated manager and mentor. The program includes training sessions, field trips, and opportunities to connect with company leadership.
What you'll do#
- Learn to use seismic interpretation software for 2D and 3D data.
- Incorporate well data into your technical analysis.
- Create depth maps, amplitude extractions, isopach maps, and fault attributes to find new drilling opportunities.
- Apply quantitative interpretation techniques where appropriate.
- Prepare and present a final recommendation based on your technical work.
- Gain a broad understanding of the oil and gas industry.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Master’s or PhD program in Geophysics or Geology with a geophysical focus.
- An expected graduation date between August 2027 and May 2029.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.85 on a 4.0 scale.
- A goal to pursue a career as a geophysicist in the oil and gas industry.
- Ability to work across different functions and manage your own project timeline.
Location & details#
- Locations: Houston, Texas; The Woodlands, Texas; Denver, Colorado.
- This is a full-time, on-site internship.
- The position is paid and includes relocation assistance or corporate housing if applicable.
- Employees follow a 9/80 work schedule, which includes a 3-day weekend every other week.
About Oxy
Oxy is an international energy company that produces, markets, and transports oil and natural gas. The firm operates in the United States, the Middle East, and North Africa. It also works on carbon management and lower-carbon technologies. The company employs over 16,000 people and maintains headquarters in Houston, Texas.
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