Process Technology Operator Intern - Fall 2026

Marathon Petroleum Company LP

Garyville, Louisiana, USA
Hands-on refinery operator experience
Ability to work 12-hour shifts
Use of safety equipment including breathing apparatus
This internship program provides Process Technology students or recent graduates the opportunity to work in a controlled refinery environment, while learning about the Operator position at the refinery

Job Summary

  • This internship program provides Process Technology students or recent graduates the opportunity to work in a controlled refinery environment, while learning about the Operator position at the refinery.
  • 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.
  • The Garyville refinery is one of the largest in the U.S. with a crude oil refining capacity of 578,000 barrels per calendar day and processes a wide variety of crude oils into multiple refined products.

Matching Summary

This internship program provides Process Technology students or recent graduates the opportunity to work in a controlled refinery environment, while learning about the Operator position at the refinery.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • hands-on refinery operator experience
  • ability to work 12-hour shifts
  • use of safety equipment including breathing apparatus
  • work in confined spaces and at heights
  • lifting and carrying heavy loads

Nice-to-have

  • collaborative team environment
  • develop interpersonal skills
  • shadowing experienced operators

Key Requirements

  • enrolled in 2-year Process Technology Program or recent graduate
  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • good academic standing with no probation
  • submit official college transcripts
  • available for day and 12-hour rotating shifts
  • pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings

Work Rights

Not specified

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