About this role
Job Objective: Support the Real Time Applications and SCADA team with the monitoring, troubleshooting, testing, documentation, and enhancement of the Company's SCADA systems. This internship provides hands-on exposure to industrial control systems, operational technology (OT), field communications, data acquisition, HMI development, and pipeline operations while working alongside SCADA, Automation, IT, and Operations personnel. Essential Job Responsibilities: SCADA System & Application Support
• Assist with monitoring SCADA system performance, reliability, alarms, communications, and data quality. • Support troubleshooting of SCADA application, communication, and data issues under the guidance of experienced team members. • Assist with validation of SCADA points, tags, historian data, and system configurations. • Support testing and documentation of system changes prior to deployment. • Participate in routine system health checks and maintenance activities.
HMI, Data & Visualization
• Assist with creating and modifying SCADA graphics, HMI displays, trends, reports, and dashboards. • Support user acceptance testing and validation of SCADA display and application enhancements. • Assist with extracting, analyzing, and validating operational data and identifying potential data discrepancies.
Field Communications & Integration
• Gain exposure to SCADA communication architectures, including radio, cellular, Ethernet, and industrial networking. • Assist with documentation and troubleshooting of communication paths between RTUs, PLCs, field devices, and host systems. • Support field device integration, testing, and validation activities under appropriate supervision.
Projects & Documentation
• Support SCADA upgrades, migrations, integrations, and other technology projects. • Assist with technical documentation, system drawings, inventory, and configuration management. • Participate in testing and commissioning activities associated with new assets, system enhancements, and acquisitions. • Collaborate with SCADA, Automation, IT, and Operations personnel to support assigned projects and operational needs.
Other Job Responsibilities:
• Demonstrate commitment to company core values — Integrity, Ownership, Urgency, Alignment, and Innovation — in all daily responsibilities and interactions. • Actively support and contribute to the company’s mission and vision through reliable, high-quality work
Qualifications:
• Applicant must have full summer available. • Intern should have an interest in pursuing a career in the oil & gas industry. • Required: 3.25 or higher GPA (Preferred: 3.5 or higher GPA) • Strong interest in SCADA, operational technology, industrial automation, information technology, or pipeline operations. • Basic understanding of computer systems, networking, programming, or related technical concepts. • Familiarity with networking fundamentals, industrial control systems, PLCs, RTUs, or SCADA systems preferred but not required. • Exposure to SQL, Python, PowerShell, scripting, databases, or other programming concepts is a plus. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills. • Ability and willingness to learn new technologies and technical concepts. • Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document technical information. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work effectively with technical and operational teams. • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Education Requirements, Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Associate degree in:
• Computer Science • Information Technology / Information Systems • Electrical Engineering • Computer Engineering • Cybersecurity • Industrial Automation / Controls Technology • Engineering Technology • Other related technical discipline