College Learner - Midstream Natural Gas and NGL Services Mechanical Engineering (Spring 2027)
At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.
Overview:
Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) offers internship and co-op opportunities to high-performing college students who want meaningful hands-on experiences in their fields of study. The following core values guide Marathon Petroleum’s approach to doing business: safety and environmental stewardship; integrity; inclusion; collaboration; and excellence. Interns/co-ops work side-by-side with experienced professionals as contributing members of diverse work teams who create value for the company’s shareholders. Marathon Petroleum believes that how we conduct our business is just as important as the bottom line.
Responsibilities:
As part of MPLX, a midstream company majority owned by MPC, Natural Gas & Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) Services interns and co-ops support real projects and routine operations and maintenance, such as:
- Project scope development, including estimating, scheduling, design, contractor engagement and construction oversight.
- DOT-regulated pipeline integrity and maintenance programs.
- Field work at pipelines, compressor stations, pump stations, gas processing plants and related facilities.
Interns and co-ops assist company professionals by supporting midstream initiatives across our Natural Gas & NGL Services operations, including:
- Automation/controls engineering
- Electrical engineering
- Process engineering
- Process optimization engineering
- Project engineering
- Operations engineering
- Reliability engineering
- Pipeline integrity
- Corrosion
- Measurement services
Qualifications:
- Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Concurrent enrollment in a Bachelor's degree (or higher) seeking program for the duration of the experience.
- Strong academic performance.
- Valid driver's license for work-related travel.
- Must be able to provide reliable transportation to and from place of work.
- Will require time spent in the field monitoring and managing activities as required in various areas of our midstream natural gas and light crude facilities.
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
- MIN - $33.54 per hour / MAX - $42.45 per hour
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As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.
Location:
Denver, ColoradoJob Requisition ID:
00024652Pay Min/Max:
$0.00 - $999.99 HourlyGrade:
HRLY1Location Address:
1515 Arapahoe St Twr1 Ste 1600Additional locations:
Education:
Employee Group:
Part timeEmployee Subgroup:
CasualMarathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability
We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Concurrent enrollment in a Bachelor's degree or higher program throughout the experience
- Strong academic performance
- Valid driver's license for work-related travel
- Reliable transportation to and from the workplace
- Ability to spend time in the field monitoring and managing activities at midstream natural gas and light crude facilities
- Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
Marathon Petroleum Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Marathon Petroleum Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Marathon Petroleum Corporation.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as a core strength, combining a substantial 401(k) match with a company-funded pension and options tied to student-loan payments. This dual approach creates notable long-term value across different employee stages.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage start on day one, complemented by HSA options. Wellness resources such as health coaching, on-site clinics at many locations, and a 24/7 nurse hotline further reinforce the offering.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-building and caregiving supports include paid parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility and surrogacy benefits, and dependent-care savings options. These benefits have been expanded to cover a broad range of family needs.
Marathon Petroleum Corporation Insights
What We Do
Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure. More information is available at www.marathonpetroleum.com.
