Intern – Engineering
Posted on 9/10/2025

Energy Transfer Partners
No salary listed
Midland, TX, USA + 4 more
More locations: Houston, TX, USA | Dallas, TX, USA | San Antonio, TX, USA | La Porte, TX, USA
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Energy Transfer is one of the largest and most diversified energy infrastructure companies in the U.S., moving America’s energy through our nationwide network of pipelines, storage facilities, and terminals. Sunoco, our key subsidiary, is a leader in fuel distribution with a retail brand recognized nationwide. Together, we provide the critical infrastructure that powers communities, businesses, and industries.
This is a twelve (12) week paid internship program beginning May 2026. You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program with an expected graduation date in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027.
Various locations (including Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Midland, Mont Belvieu, and others).
About the Internship Program
Our 12-week paid internship program offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive professional mentorship, and explore career paths within one of the nation’s leading energy companies. Interns work on meaningful projects, contribute to real-world solutions, and develop the skills needed for a successful future in the energy industry.
Opportunities Available
Interns will be placed in one of several engineering areas, including\:
Engineering Projects – Design and deliver innovative energy solutions
Integrity – Ensure safety, reliability, and compliance across assets
E&C Pipeline – Interstate Projects – Build and maintain critical infrastructure
Operations Engineering – Support day-to-day operations and optimize performance
Engineering & Technical Support – Provide hands-on problem solving
Rotating Equipment – Work with advanced machinery and systems
Underground Storage (U/G Storage) – Contribute to underground storage operations
NGL Operations – Gain exposure to Natural Gas Liquids operations
…and more!
Why Join Energy Transfer?
💵 Competitive Pay
🧑🏫 Mentorship & Training
🤝 Networking & Professional Development
🚀 Pathway to Full-Time Opportunities
Energy Transfer is one of the largest and most diversified energy infrastructure companies in the U.S., moving America’s energy through our nationwide network of pipelines, storage facilities, and terminals. Sunoco, our key subsidiary, is a leader in fuel distribution with a retail brand recognized nationwide. Together, we provide the critical infrastructure that powers communities, businesses, and industries.
This is a twelve (12) week paid internship program beginning May 2026. You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program with an expected graduation date in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027.
Various locations (including Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Midland, Mont Belvieu, and others).
About the Internship Program
Our 12-week paid internship program offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive professional mentorship, and explore career paths within one of the nation’s leading energy companies. Interns work on meaningful projects, contribute to real-world solutions, and develop the skills needed for a successful future in the energy industry.
Opportunities Available
Interns will be placed in one of several engineering areas, including\:
Engineering Projects – Design and deliver innovative energy solutions
Integrity – Ensure safety, reliability, and compliance across assets
E&C Pipeline – Interstate Projects – Build and maintain critical infrastructure
Operations Engineering – Support day-to-day operations and optimize performance
Engineering & Technical Support – Provide hands-on problem solving
Rotating Equipment – Work with advanced machinery and systems
Underground Storage (U/G Storage) – Contribute to underground storage operations
NGL Operations – Gain exposure to Natural Gas Liquids operations
…and more!
Why Join Energy Transfer?
💵 Competitive Pay
🧑🏫 Mentorship & Training
🤝 Networking & Professional Development
🚀 Pathway to Full-Time Opportunities
Requirements\:
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities\:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below\:
Students pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Petroleum, or related Engineering
Strong problem-solvers with curiosity, drive, and teamwork skills
Students seeking Summer 2026 internships
Preferred qualifications\:
- Proficiency with MS Office
Must possess a strong willingness to learn
Requirements\:
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities\:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below\:
Students pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Petroleum, or related Engineering
Strong problem-solvers with curiosity, drive, and teamwork skills
Students seeking Summer 2026 internships
Preferred qualifications\:
- Proficiency with MS Office
Must possess a strong willingness to learn
The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER\: The above statements, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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