KATALYST Associate – Lubricants University New Hire – Energy Commodity Trading & Development

Job Description

2027 University New Hire-Lubricants | Phillips 66

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Phillips 66, located in Houston, TX. Phillips 66 is one of the largest finished lubricants suppliers in the U.S., manufacturing and marketing high-quality base oils and sophisticated formulations across various industries. This role is crucial for helping university new hires transition smoothly into the professional world, providing the tools and programs necessary to launch a successful career within the energy value chain. The company aims to identify and guide high-performing employees into fulfilling career paths while improving lives by providing essential energy.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Houston, TX
• Pay: $95500–$102950 yearly
• Mission: To identify and guide high performing employees into their best fit career paths within the Phillips 66 energy value chain.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint

What You’ll Actually Do
• Complete a dynamic immersion into the Phillips 66 energy value chain through the industry-leading KATALYST development program.
• Acquire knowledge and impact the business through targeted roles within the Lubricants organization, beginning with an assignment in Houston, TX.
• Gain professional and market acumen through experiential learning, development opportunities, networking, and exposure to management.
• Develop transferable skills applicable to diverse organizations including Marketing, Lubricants, Specialties, Value Chain and Optimization, and Risk.
• Engage in structured learning activities such as asset tours, case studies, discussions with subject matter experts, and focused analysis assignments.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Mathematics/Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, or an equivalent field of study; or a Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, or MBA. Must have a graduation date prior to December 31, 2026, or May 31, 2027.
• Experience: Legally authorized to work in the job posting country.
• Skills: Strong analytical capability, effective communication skills, sound business acumen, curious and inquisitive nature, and innovative thinking.
• Bonus: A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; previous internship or co-op participation in a related industry; proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; an interest in trading; and availability to report on January 26, 2027, or July 13, 2027.