Intern/co-op - Refining Mechanical Engineer (fall 2026)

Marathon Petroleum

Findlay, Ohio, US
Min - $32.31 ph / max - $40.89 ph
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Mechanical engineering major
Strong academic performance
Valid driver's license
** Marathon Petroleum is seeking a Mechanical Engineering intern or co-op for fall 2026, offering candidates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a refinery setting. The role focuses on developing project management skills and understanding various engineering disciplines while promoting a collaborative and inclusive work environment. **

Job Summary

  • As a Mechanical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all engineering disciplines work together as a cohesive team.
  • The majority of Mechanical Engineering co-ops and interns enter into Area Refining Engineer/Project Engineer or Reliability Engineer positions.
  • Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Marathon Petroleum is seeking a Mechanical Engineering intern or co-op for fall 2026, offering candidates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a refinery setting. The role focuses on developing project management skills and understanding various engineering disciplines while promoting a collaborative and inclusive work environment. **

Salary

MIN - $32.31 per hour / MAX - $40.89 per hour

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Mechanical Engineering major
  • strong academic performance
  • valid driver's license

Nice-to-have

  • military experience a plus
  • availability for multiple work terms

Key Requirements

  • concurrent enrollment in a degree seeking program
  • authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future

Work Rights

Authorized to work in the US indefinitely

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