Land Intern

Devon’s Land Internship provides students with the opportunity to learn and apply land management principles in a professional office environment. Students participate in both team and individual assignments, gaining exposure to real-world tasks and projects. This program is designed to help students develop technical and professional skills while exploring potential career opportunities at Devon.

Responsibilities:

Interns apply energy management principles to assignments such as:

• Conducting title research using courthouse records, online resources, and internal databases

• Evaluating and securing surface and subsurface rights

• Preparing and analyzing leases and related agreements

• Monitoring regulatory activity and filings (OCC, TXRRC)

• Reviewing title opinions and curative documents

• Calculating working and net revenue interests

• Proposing operations (e.g., workovers, recompletions) to interest owners

• Utilizing GIS and various data sources for data quality initiatives

• Assisting land staff with assigned projects as needed

• Application of technical skills acquired in college to real-world scenarios.

• Advanced computer proficiency, with the ability to optimize and automate processes.

• Curious and eager to explore AI, data, and technology, with opportunities to engage with emerging digital tools and innovations.

Education:

• Full-time student pursuing a degree in Energy Management, Business, Communications, or other related disciplines. 

• Expected Graduation Year: December 2027 through May 2028

• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.

Preferred Skills and Competencies: 

• Exhibits integrity, accountability, and a passion for business improvement.

• Embraces Devon’s shared mission and adapts well to change.

• Works effectively as a team player, communicates openly, and collaborates strongly with others.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Effective problem-solving abilities and a focus on continuous improvement.

• Knowledge of oil and gas industry practices is a plus.

What You’ll Gain: 

• Hands-on experience applying land concepts in a corporate setting.

• Diversified learning opportunities through practical assignments.

• Development of technical, professional, and industry-specific skills.

• Access to the Well fitness facility, competitive compensation, and corporate housing.