Intern / Co-op - Midstream Environmental (Summer 2026)

An exciting career awaits you

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 Corp. (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 MPC's approach to doing business : safety and environmental stewardship; integrity; inclusion; collaboration; and excellence. Interns and co-ops work side by side with experienced professionals as contributing members of diverse work teams who create value for the company's shareholders. MPC believes that how we conduct our business is just as important as the bottom line.

Responsibilities :

Environmental Interns / Co-ops are critical to ensuring that we maintain high standards for protecting people, the environment, and the communities where we work and live. They support all areas of the Midstream business. Opportunities are available for interns / co-ops to receive training in various subject areas including Health, Environment, Safety, Security and Product Quality.

Environmental Interns / Co-ops assist company professionals in the following areas :

Interprets and / or develops Company environmental policies and guidelines and develops methods and procedures for implementing and assuring conformance; advises appropriate managers and supervisors of the Company's goals and requirements; provides guidance and technical assistance in organizing and establishing programs and procedures to implement and administer such requirements, including budget inputs. Monitors compliance with these policies in assigned areas and directs related reports and recommendations to appropriate personnel.

Designs and / or reviews engineering designs and cost estimates for environmental equipment or systems; determines engineering specifications and recommends equipment, as required.

Identifies and investigates current and developing environmental problems or issues to determine cause and contributory circumstances; initiates steps to prevent recurrences and provides recommendations with appropriate personnel as well as communicating to senior management.

Keeps abreast of environmental legislation, regulatory agency actions, and international standards as well as related technological and administrative developments; develops / assists with legislative and regulatory impact assessment to ensure an appropriate response by the Company to governmental proposals; submits required reports and obtains various permits as required.

Develops environmental information, manuals, training material and programs; informs employees of related policies and procedures; conducts appropriate training sessions.

Qualifications :

Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.

Concurrent enrollment in a Bachelor's degree seeking program for the duration of the experience.

Strong academic performance.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Availability to work 40 hours per week.

Positions are available Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters.

Availability for multiple work terms is preferred.

A valid driver's license is required (travel may be involved with some positions).

Military experience a plus.

MIN - $30.77 per hour / MAX - $42.45 per hour

Colorado Residents : In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

External Field.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location : Denver, Colorado

Job Requisition ID : 00018607

Pay Min / Max :

$0.00 - $999.99 Hourly

Grade : HRLY1

Location Address :

1515 Arapahoe St Twr1 Ste 1600

Additional locations :

Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, Findlay, Ohio, San Antonio, Texas

Education : Employee Group :

Full time

Employee Subgroup : Intern

Marathon 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 talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com . 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.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation

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.