M&A Engineering Intern
Updated on 10/23/2026

Diversified Energy
No salary listed
Denver, CO, USA
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Diversified Energy Company is a U.S.-based independent energy company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker symbol "DEC." Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Diversified acquires, operates and optimizes long-life natural gas and oil assets, supported by integrated midstream and marketing operations. Our disciplined approach focuses on improving the environmental and operational performance of the assets we operate and, at the end of their productive lives, retiring them safely and responsibly. With field operations across major energy-producing regions of the United States, our teams are committed to safe, efficient and responsible operations.
If you’re a self-starter with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a passion for learning while working collaboratively with others, Diversified Energy could be the place for you. Our 10–14-week summer internships offer real-world experience working in the daily operations of our rapidly growing company. As a Diversified intern, you will:
- Gain exposure to our oil and gas business while assisting with projects aligned with our company goals.
- Utilize your skills and enhance your knowledge in production and operations.
- Engage with and present to Diversified leaders.
- Take part in professional development activities such as training, site visits, and networking opportunities.
- Support the M&A team in evaluating acquisition and divestiture opportunities across the oil and gas sector
- Perform technical and economic evaluations of oil & gas assets, including production forecasting, decline curve analysis, reserves assessment, and well-level economics
- Perform sensitivity analyses to assess the impact of commodity prices, production performance, operating & capital costs, development assumptions, and other key variables on asset value
- Collaborate with finance, operations, land, geology, and other technical teams to develop and refine assumptions used in M&A evaluations
- Prepare clear, concise technical analyses and presentation materials summarizing M&A opportunities for senior management and C-suite executives
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be currently enrolled as a rising junior or rising senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related engineering discipline at an accredited college/university at the time of the internship
- Strong interest in the oil & gas industry and a desire to learn how engineering analysis is applied to M&A, asset valuation, and strategic decision-making
- Familiarity with petroleum engineering fundamentals, including production analysis, reservoir engineering, and economic evaluation
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel; exposure to Spotfire, Python, ARIES, ComboCurve, or similar economic/forecasting software is a plus
- Self-starter with intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic
- Ability to analyze large datasets and communicate key findings clearly and concisely
- Eagerness to contribute in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
We value safety, production, efficiency, and enjoyment in our work. If you are interested in joining us for Summer 2027, please complete an application.
Office Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Prolonged periods working at a desk in front of a computer.
Additional Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
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