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2026-2027 Earth Science Intern

Chevron


Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 16 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 13 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

2026-2027 Earth Science Intern

Who We Are. Chevron is one of the worlds leading energy companiesbut what really sets us apart is how were rethinking energy for the future. From producing oil and gas to developing lowercarbon technologies Chevron engineers work across the full energy system to power everyday life more safely efficiently and responsibly. Learn more about What We Do and The Chevron Way.

Headquartered in Houston Texas Chevron operates around the globe and across the entire energy value chain. Learn more on our website .

What Youll Actually Do

Chevron is hiring Earth Science Intern roles at various operating locations across the U.S including:

  • Houston TX

Earth Scientists within Chevron are part of multi-disciplinary teams which vary in make-up but can include geologists geophysicists engineers data scientists and/or software developers. Earth Scientists develop technical skills in geoscience geophysics and petrophysics assignments focused on exploration development reservoir characterization and well operations.

Earth Science interns are assigned to positions and projects that contribute value to Chevron based on degree relevant academic preparation previous work experience and career objectives. Interns will be provided guidance by a supervisor and a technical mentor.

We encourage the following candidates to apply:

Geologists with specialties such as basin modeling basin analysis stratigraphy structural geology geochemistry seal analysis reservoir quality prediction reservoir modeling geostatistics geomechanics and fluid flow.

Geophysicists with specialties such as seismic acquisition seismic imaging and processing cloud computing quantitative geophysical interpretation and attribute analysis velocity modeling geophysical surveillance geophysical inversion and potential fields.

Whats Next After the Internship

Topperforming interns may be invited backor offered a fulltime role after graduation.

New grads who join Chevron fulltime enter the Horizons Program a structured earlycareer experience that includes:

  • Formal training onthejob learning
  • Mentorship from experienced professionals
  • Multiple job assignments and possible location rotations

You can build a career as a technical expert people leader or both.

What You Must Have

The following qualifications are required:

  • Students currently enrolled in a Masters or Doctorate Thesis program or with less than 2 years post-graduate degree experience in geology geophysics geological engineering or related fields.
  • Professional/academic focus in a technical area aligned with Chevrons business needs.
  • Strong academic performance in core programs communication leadership teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Position may require driving on a routine basis.
  • Ability to demonstrate The Chevron Way.

What Sets You Apart

The following are preferred qualifications:

  • Prior experience with industry workflows for subsurface characterization.
  • Participation in an energy industry or sponsored university research project.
  • Practical experience with geoscience coding data science and/or machine learning.

Why Intern at Chevron

  • You work on real projects not side tasks
  • You use modern tools and cloud platforms
  • You learn how software scales in a global enterprise
  • You build skills that translate anywhere
  • Youre supported by experienced engineers and mentors

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated range for this position is $35.20/hour - $10200/monthly. The selected candidates monthly or hourly compensation will be determined based on their selected role degree level and academic year.

As an intern you will receive the following benefits:

  • Furnished housing.
  • Participation in Employee Savings Investment Plan with immediate vesting in both employee and company contributions.
    • Chevron matching contributions:
      • 4% company match for a 1% employee contribution.
      • 8% company match for a 2% employee contribution.
  • Work schedules:
    • Flexible work schedules (5/40 9/80 or 4/10) as determined by the work group and confirmed with the hiring manager.
  • Paid holidays depending on your work schedule.
  • Full year of service credit for each internship completion (must be re-employed within 365 days)

If later converted to a fulltime new graduate position Chevron offers competitive pay and benefits to eligible employees including healthcare time off retirement plans and development opportunities. Learn more at Options:

Relocation may be considered

International Considerations:

Chevron regrets that it will not sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position unless the candidate possesses a Ph.D. or is currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program

How to Apply

Submit your resume and unofficial transcript(s) online.

These positions may involve Chevron Oil Products & Gas (OPG) technologies that are subject to U.S. export controls and trade sanctions. These export control laws apply to individuals who are (a) not U.S. citizens permanent resident aliens temporary resident aliens applicants for temporary resident status refugees or asylees; and who are also (b) current citizens or permanent residents of a country that is subject to comprehensive trade sanctions under U.S. export control law As such we regret that we would be unable to provide a meaningful internship experience at OPG for you because under government regulations OPG would not be able to allow access to such technologies absent an authorization from the U.S. government. For this reason OPG is not considering applicants who are current citizens and/or permanent residents of countries subject to comprehensive U.S. trade sanctions.

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Required Experience:

Intern


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