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Electrical Engineering Intern
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Job Description
Electrical Engineering Summer Intern | Motiva Enterprises LLC
The Tone:
This is a paid internship at Motiva, located in Port Arthur, TX. Motiva refines, distributes, and markets petroleum products, operating North America’s largest refinery which is critical for generating energy that powers homes and transportation across the Americas. As an Electrical Engineering intern, you will provide essential technical support for the complex’s electrical systems, contributing to operations that are vital for societal well-being. This role offers hands-on involvement in real projects, allowing you to immerse yourself in the oil and gas industry and explore a potential career path with Motiva.
The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary, Assessed Internship
• Location: In-person Port Arthur, TX
• Mission: Provide technical support and assurance to operating units in the electrical engineering discipline.
• Tech Stack: MS Windows, MS Office, MS Excel
What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Management: Progress and/or complete assigned electrical engineering projects.
• Process Participation: Participate actively in the Management of Change Process.
• Field Operations: Engage in field activities, including troubleshooting electrical equipment within operating units.
• Incident Investigation: Conduct failure analysis and causal investigation of electrical failures or incidents.
• Problem Solving: Develop various solution options for identified problems within electrical systems.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level position for a student pursuing a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: No specific years of prior experience required; candidates must be currently enrolled as a student.
• Skills: Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA; basic computer skills including MS Windows, MS Office, and MS Excel; basic computation and technical skills; strong written and oral communication skills; time management skills.
• Bonus: Previous internship experience; proven leadership and/or participation in extracurricular activities; other work experience not directly related to the position or area of study.
