Summer Internship - Mechanical Engineering - Houston, TX

Summer Intern - Mechanical Engineer – Houston, TX 

*Please note that  only one early career application per candidate.  

 About bp  

bp operates at the heart of the global energy system, helping countries meet their energy needs and serving millions of customers every day. With world-class assets, technology, trading capability and partnerships, we deliver energy at scale today while investing with discipline in the energy transition.  

About the role 

Mechanical Engineers at bp ensure the ongoing integrity of our facilities by integrating Mechanical, Subsea, Floating Systems, and Pipeline/Flowline Engineers. Subsea and Floating Systems Engineers provide flow assurance support for subsea risers and flowlines and collaborate with wells and process engineers when vital. Pipeline/Flowline Engineers supervise offshore pipelines, risers, and flowlines while ensuring their integrity.   

As a Mechanical Engineering intern, you will:  

• Participate in all stages of system design, including initial planning, equipment selection, specification, and delivery. 

• Interact on a day-to-day basis with contractors and other production staff and providing your wealth of technical knowledge to offer guidance and assurance for Major Projects  

• Align strictly to bp’s integrity management and health, safety, security and environment principles  

The position of Mechanical Engineering intern in productions includes responsibilities such as concept development, system design, equipment specification, and engineering delivery.  Alongside a strong degree in a technical field, such as mechanical engineering or a related degree, that means having excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for ensuring BP’s safety standards and new environmental ambitions.   

Mechanical engineering interns may get the opportunity to go offshore as part of their development. This will require completing specific training to travel offshore and meet offshore safety and emergency response requirements (such as HUET). Candidates will also need to get a valid TWIC card (Transportation Workers Identification Credential). The team will provide new hires with further guidance during onboarding. 

Successful interns may be considered for a full-time role within our One Engineering Program upon earning their degree.  

The One Engineering Program: 

• One Engineering – “is an early careers programme designed to create a pipeline of professional engineers who are high-performers, have broad discipline experience, a transferable skills-set, leading through the energy transition, and solving the most complex problems of today and of the future. Early career discipline engineers will build their experience through challenging development assignments, develop a toolkit of transferable skills for the future, and have a dedicated network of support to help them succeed.” 

Our internships  

Make an impact on cutting-edge projects. Help find solutions to complex challenges. Be part of a company that invests in you and your growth. You can do it all as an intern at bp. Our 12-week summer programme gives you the opportunity to build your technical knowledge, develop key skills and learn more about life at bp. You'll be part of one team throughout your internship, supported by a dedicated line manager and buddy. There will be opportunities to connect with other interns, take part in training, and grow your network across the business.  

Some of the wonderful things you’ll experience as a bp intern are:   

• Project based roles for 12 weeks  

• Typically for students between their penultimate and final year in program   

• Assigned a buddy/mentor to help you transition into bp  

• Attend events consist of networking, lunch & learn, executive calls, webinars, and community service opportunities across locations  

• Comprehensive performance assessment process (goal setting, setting deliverables for projects, mid-term review, and final presentation)   

• Retirement savings opportunities   

• bp provided corporate housing with furnished apartments   

• Relocation assistance (if eligible)   

Minimum Requirements for the (name of role) internship 

• Working toward bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering discipline 

• Graduating between December 2027 and May 2028  

• Current Cumulative GPA Minimum 3.0 

• Eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions (bp will not support U.S. Immigration sponsorship for full-time or long-term employment) 

• Must be available to start 12-week internship on May 17, 2027 or June 14, 2027 (will be required to pass all background and medical checks at least one week prior to start date) 

Legal Disclaimer 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.