Marathon Petroleum Corporation · 5 hours ago
Intern/Co-op - Refining Mechanical Engineer (Summer 2026)
Los Angeles, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$32.92/hr - $41.67/hr
Start in 2026 SummerMarathon Petroleum Corporation is committed to fostering a collaborative team environment and developing its people. As a Mechanical Engineer intern, you will gain hands-on experience in refinery operations, working alongside professionals to understand various engineering disciplines and project management skills.
EnergyNatural ResourcesOil and Gas
No H1B
Responsibilities
Become familiar with industry codes and best practices
Build critical thinking skills
Gain an understanding of how all engineering disciplines work together as a cohesive team
Work with a team of professionals who run a specific portion of the refining process
Work on more than one area of the refinery, leading to a broad understanding of how the plant operates
Expand your written and verbal presentation skills in a professional work environment
Develop and use project management skills to create project scopes, estimates, and schedules
Oversee the design effort and assist in the construction process as a project manager
Support the refinery's Maintenance Department through design and development of equipment related improvements
Conduct root cause failure analysis, optimization of maintenance programs in rotating equipment, and troubleshooting fixed equipment
Find new technology in design, materials and repair methods to achieve refinery goals
Qualification
Required
Candidates must be majoring in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering
Strong academic performance
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
A valid driver's license is required
Concurrent enrollment in a degree seeking program
High School (Required)
Preferred
Availability for multiple work terms is preferred
Military experience a plus
Benefits
Access to health, vision, and dental insurance
Paid time off
401k matching program
Paid parental leave
Educational reimbursement
Discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program
Company
Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream and midstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio.
Founded in 2005
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2B2025-02-06Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2011-07-01IPO
Leadership Team
Maryann Mannen
President and Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-12-19
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