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Job Details
Entity:
Production & Operations
Job Family Group:
Business Support Group
Job Description:
Intern - Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer - Houston, TX
*Please note - to apply for a role within any of our Early Career Graduate Development Programs you must visit ;b>, utilize our Candidate Matching Tool, review all matching roles and apply to the one you are most interested in (only one application per candidate).
About bp
As a leading global energy company with a presence in over 61 countries, bp is dedicated to delivering energy to the world, today and tomorrow. Across the bp landscape, we're home to a range of brands across many areas of our industry.
For over 100 years, we've focused on discovering, developing and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner.
It's an exciting time to join bp. From wellbeing programs to mentorship and career growth opportunities, we aim to ensure you can thrive - in work and in life.
About the role
As an Electrical Engineering intern in Production & Operations, you may get exposure to the following:
Taking on the role as an Electrical Engineering intern in Controls & Automation means being able to continuously execute and improve your performance. Alongside a strong degree in a technical field, such as electrical engineering or a closely related degree, that means having a passion for problem-solving, a sharp eye for detail, and the desire to work with a diverse team.
Electrical engineering interns may get the opportunity to go offshore as part of their development. This will require completing specific training to travel offshore and meet offshore safety and emergency response requirements (such as HUET). Candidates will also need to get a valid TWIC card (Transportation Workers Identification Credential). The team will provide new hires with further guidance during onboarding.
Successful interns will be considered for a full-time role within our One Engineering Program upon earning their degree. The One Engineering Program at bp is a development program for Early career discipline engineers, in which they will build their experience through challenging development assignments, develop a toolkit of transferable skills for the future, and have a dedicated network of support to help them succeed.
About bp's intern program
At bp, we love our interns! In addition to developing your technical capabilities within your given discipline, we ensure you enjoy your time with us and have a fun summer. You'll work on real world projects, learn about our industry and see how we're meeting the world's growing energy needs. You'll also pick up experience and skills that will launch you into a successful career.
Some of the wonderful things you'll experience as a bp intern are:
Minimum Requirements for the Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer internship
Legal Disclaimer
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
Travel Requirement
No travel is expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is eligible for relocation within country
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
Adaptability, Authenticity, Communication, Continued Learning, Courage, Creativity and Innovation, Curiosity, Decision Making, Digital fluency, Ethical judgement, Excellence, Group Problem Solving, Influencing, Knowledge Sharing, Listening, Managing volatility, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Understanding Emotions, Writing skills
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
Production & Operations
Job Family Group:
Business Support Group
Job Description:
Intern - Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer - Houston, TX
*Please note - to apply for a role within any of our Early Career Graduate Development Programs you must visit ;b>, utilize our Candidate Matching Tool, review all matching roles and apply to the one you are most interested in (only one application per candidate).
About bp
As a leading global energy company with a presence in over 61 countries, bp is dedicated to delivering energy to the world, today and tomorrow. Across the bp landscape, we're home to a range of brands across many areas of our industry.
For over 100 years, we've focused on discovering, developing and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner.
It's an exciting time to join bp. From wellbeing programs to mentorship and career growth opportunities, we aim to ensure you can thrive - in work and in life.
About the role
As an Electrical Engineering intern in Production & Operations, you may get exposure to the following:
- Responsible for the safe and efficient execution of I&E engineering and maintenance work within oil & gas production sites.
- Optimize production and improving safety by making continuous suggestions to process control, as well as designing and maintaining the integrated control and safety systems (ICSS) that house these controls
- Lead the Subsea control systems for our facilities used in both shallow and deep-water offshore installations
- Working in a multidiscipline team environment in coordination with several resources including maintenance supervisors, engineers, specialists, craftsmen, and contractor personnel in support of daily maintenance activities and site driven improvements.
- Learning and applying both Instrumentation Technologies, such as Level, Pressure and Temperature Transmitters and Low, Medium, and High Voltage power system technologies, such as Transformers, Motors, Breakers, etc.
Taking on the role as an Electrical Engineering intern in Controls & Automation means being able to continuously execute and improve your performance. Alongside a strong degree in a technical field, such as electrical engineering or a closely related degree, that means having a passion for problem-solving, a sharp eye for detail, and the desire to work with a diverse team.
Electrical engineering interns may get the opportunity to go offshore as part of their development. This will require completing specific training to travel offshore and meet offshore safety and emergency response requirements (such as HUET). Candidates will also need to get a valid TWIC card (Transportation Workers Identification Credential). The team will provide new hires with further guidance during onboarding.
Successful interns will be considered for a full-time role within our One Engineering Program upon earning their degree. The One Engineering Program at bp is a development program for Early career discipline engineers, in which they will build their experience through challenging development assignments, develop a toolkit of transferable skills for the future, and have a dedicated network of support to help them succeed.
About bp's intern program
At bp, we love our interns! In addition to developing your technical capabilities within your given discipline, we ensure you enjoy your time with us and have a fun summer. You'll work on real world projects, learn about our industry and see how we're meeting the world's growing energy needs. You'll also pick up experience and skills that will launch you into a successful career.
Some of the wonderful things you'll experience as a bp intern are:
- Project based roles for 12 to 16 weeks
- Typically for students between their penultimate and final year in program
- Assigned a buddy/mentor to help you transition into bp
- Attend events consist of networking, lunch & learn, executive calls, webinars, and community service opportunities across locations
- Comprehensive performance assessment process (goal setting, setting deliverables for projects, mid-term review, and final presentation)
- Retirement savings opportunities
- bp provided corporate housing with furnished apartments
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
- Competitive pay
Minimum Requirements for the Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer internship
- Pursuing Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology, Mechanical Engineering/Technology, Chemical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or other closely related discipline
- Graduating between December 2026 and May 2027
- Current Cumulative GPA Minimum 3.0
- Eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions (bp will not support U.S. Immigration sponsorship for full-time or long-term employment)
- Must be available to start 12-week internship on May 18, 2026 or June 15, 2026 (will be required to pass all background and medical checks at least one week prior to start date)
Legal Disclaimer
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
Travel Requirement
No travel is expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is eligible for relocation within country
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
Adaptability, Authenticity, Communication, Continued Learning, Courage, Creativity and Innovation, Curiosity, Decision Making, Digital fluency, Ethical judgement, Excellence, Group Problem Solving, Influencing, Knowledge Sharing, Listening, Managing volatility, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Understanding Emotions, Writing skills
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
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