Operator Intern Program - Sweeny Refinery

Title: Operator Intern Program - Sweeny RefineryLocation: NORTH AMERICA-USA-TEXAS-SWEENYCompany OverviewConocoPhillips is an international, integrated energy company with operations in more than 30 countries. As the third-largest integrated energy company in the United States and fourth largestrefiner in the world, ConocoPhillips' goal is to deliver energy in a safe, environmentally and socially responsible manner.More than 30,000 ConocoPhillips employees work worldwide to consistently deliver top performance and value to maintain the company's global market position. Employees' individualtalents and strengths combine to create a diverse and energized work force within ConocoPhillips. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, ConocoPhillips stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol 'COP.'DescriptionSweeny refinery of ConocoPhillips is accepting applications for an Operator Internship at Sweeny, Texas. The selected candidate will be part of the operations team and will work under the direction of the group leader. APPLICANT MUST BE ENROLLED IN A PROCESS TECHNOLOGY DEGREE PLAN FROM AN ACCREDITED COLLEGE AND IN ONE PROCESS TECHNOLOGY COURSE IN THE DEGREE PLAN EACH SEMESTER DURING THE ACADEMIC SCHOOL YEAR (SEPT - MAY)Responsibilities* Ability to climb, bend, lift and perform a wide range of physical activities* Ability to work at various heights* Ability to listen and follow instructions* Ability to communicate orally and in writing with other team members, leaders and operations personnel* Ability to use a variety of safety and personal protective equipment* Overtime work required at times* Identifying and resolving scheduling conflicts as they occur* Ensuring accurate and timely completion of all paperwork* Staying abreast of all changes in operations and procedures* Performing operational duties in accordance with Procedures Guide and local Operating Procedures Guide* Responding to emergencies and maintaining emergency and measurement equipment* Completing mandated safety and regulatory training (Computer-Based Training)* Performing environmental and regulatory checks, eliminating, containing and reporting product and brine leaks, seeps and spills* Monitoring and enforcing safety rulesConditions of Employment Include:* In order to be considered for this position, you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering ALL prescreening questions, attaching an electronic copy of your resume, and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date* Passing various aptitude and ability screening test* Meeting physical criteria for the job* Passing pre-employment background check, medical and drug screenings* Possessing a valid driver's license where it may be required to drive a company vehicle during the course of employment* Submitting to random drug and alcohol testing after hireBasic/Required Qualifications:* Must be enrolled in a Process Technology degree plan from an accredited school and in one Process Technology course in the degree plan each semester during the academic school year (September-May)* Must maintain an overall and semester grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale* Must follow all safety rules and regulations governing employees of ConocoPhillips* Must be able to pass Operator Core Training for Interns (Tier 2) and New Employee Safety Training* Must be at least 18 years of age* Must have a valid drivers license and must provide own transportation to and from work* Must have High school diploma or G.E.D.* Legally authorized to work in the United States on a regular full-time basis without restrictions* Strong work ethics* Willing and able to perform and comply with the following items, with or without accommodation:* Work at least 20 hours a week* To work overtime (if necessary)* To work in enclosed spaces, such as tanks and silos* To work near large, hot, high-speed machines* To climb up to 250 feet in height* To lift up to 50 pounds* To work aro