Intern - NG&NGL Plant Operator (Summer 2026)
Job Description
About the position
An exciting career awaits you At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment. The Natural Gas and NGL Services (Gathering and Processing) Plant Operator Intern/Co-op will perform an assist with supporting outside operations involved in the processing, storage, loading, and unloading of mixed natural gas liquids (NGLs) and related fractions. Aid in routine testing, equipment checks, and data collection to monitor plant performance. Help adjust operating equipment as needed to maintain safe, efficient, and compliant plant operation. Provide support to maintenance and other on-site groups to optimize overall plant efficiency and reliability. Perform miscellaneous tasks assigned to support efficient plant operations and safety practices.
Responsibilities
- Perform and assist with supporting outside operations involved in the processing, storage, loading, and unloading of mixed natural gas liquids (NGLs) and related fractions.
- Aid in routine testing, equipment checks, and data collection to monitor plant performance.
- Help adjust operating equipment as needed to maintain safe, efficient, and compliant plant operation.
- Provide support to maintenance and other on-site groups to optimize overall plant efficiency and reliability.
- Perform miscellaneous tasks assigned to support efficient plant operations and safety practices.
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree or certification in Plant Operations or Process Technology.
- Strong academic performance.
- Authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week.
- Availability for multiple work terms is preferred.
- Valid driver's license is required.
- High School (Required)
Nice-to-haves
- 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