Blending Intern

#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

JOB SUMMARY

Step into the heart of energy operations with ONEOK’s Blending Operator Specialist Internship in Houston, TX. Designed for students in vocational or technical programs, this hands-on role offers the chance to work alongside experienced technicians, gaining practical experience in product blending, equipment maintenance, and facility inspections. Interns will learn industry safety standards, participate in real-time operations, and develop skills in troubleshooting and documentation. If you're mechanically inclined and eager to launch a career in terminal operations, this internship is your gateway to the energy industry.

The Blending Operator Specialist Intern will support terminal operations by assisting with basic mechanical, electrical, and operational tasks related to product blending and movement. This internship is designed for students currently enrolled in a two-year vocational or technical training program in electronics, electricity, diesel mechanics, or a related field. Under close supervision, the intern will gain hands-on experience in equipment operation, product sampling, and facility inspections while learning industry safety and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring product movements during loading/unloading operations and blend line activities.
• Support the transfer of products to storage vessels and help complete valve lineups under supervision.
• Observe and assist with product sampling and basic testing procedures in coordination with lab personnel.
• Participate in daily facility inspections and help document findings.
• Learn and apply company policies and procedures related to operational safety, including System Integrity Plan (SIP) and Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.
• Shadow experienced technicians during routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of equipment such as pumps, motors, valves, and instrumentation.
• Help maintain accurate records and documentation related to operations and maintenance activities.
• Attend and actively participate in safety meetings and training sessions.

Education and Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a two-year vocational or technical training program in electronics, electricity, diesel mechanics, or a related field.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in terminal operations or industrial equipment.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols and operational procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively.
• Flexibility to work shift schedules, including weekends and holidays, as needed.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the internship, the intern will have gained:

• Exposure to terminal operations and product blending processes.
• Hands-on experience with industrial equipment and instrumentation.
• Understanding of safety and compliance standards in a terminal environment.
• Practical skills in documentation, inspection, and basic troubleshooting.

Work Experience

• None required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to: take initiative, demonstrate a positive attitude with an eagerness to learn, and be adaptable
• Ability to: apply basic arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and/or advanced math, algebra, and/or statistical methods
• Ability to: communicate, exchange written and verbal information and/or instructions
• Ability to: contribute critical thinking skills, work well in teams, have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and strong verbal and written communication skills

Licenses and Certifications

• None required

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

• Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

• Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
• Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
• Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
• Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
• Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
• Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
• Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
• Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
• Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
• Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
• Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
• Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
• Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
• Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
• Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
• Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
• Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
• Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
• Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
• Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

• Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

Working Conditions

• Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)
• Outdoor weather conditions (Occasionally)
• Dust, fumes, gases (Occasionally)
• Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
• CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Travel

• Travel to other locations may be required

Driving

• Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.

ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email [email protected] or call 1-855-663-6547​.