Drilling Engineer Intern

Company Description:

A privately held exploration and production company, Hunt Oil has successfully conducted worldwide petroleum operations for over 90 years and is one of the world’s leading independent energy companies. The mission of Hunt Oil Company is to be a growth-oriented industry leader respected throughout the world for the quality and competency of its people, the efficiency and scope of its operations, and its rich heritage of honesty and integrity. 

We are currently seeking a motivated Drilling Engineer Intern to join our Dallas office for Summer 2026. This internship offers hands-on experience with reservoir and production engineering projects related to Hunt’s operated Bakken assets.

This is a paid summer internship opportunity with housing provided if needed.

Position Summary:

• The intern will work on multiple well-construction projects associated with Hunt’s Operated Bakken assets.

Responsibilities:

• Report Preparation: Help in preparing detailed reports on drilling activities, including daily progress, equipment performance, and any encountered issues
• Field Visits: Participate in field visits to drilling sites to gain hands-on experience and understand the practical aspects of drilling operations
• Software Utilization: Learn and utilize industry-specific software for modeling and simulation of drilling operations
• Collaboration: Work closely with other engineers and team members to ensure smooth and efficient drilling operations
• Budgeting: Participate in the development of short- and long-term objectives and capital and expense budgets ensuring compatibility with and support of overall company goals and objectives 
• Engineering: Engineer, design, and technically support operational execution of new well drilling projects.  In consultation with completion engineers, design and construct safe and efficient wells for completions, workovers, and stimulations
• Data Collection and Analysis: Assist in gathering and analyzing data from drilling operations to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement

Skills and Knowledge:

• Previous internship experience preferred
• Strong presentation and communication skills 
• Ability to interact effectively with both technical staff and field personnel 
• Involvement in extracurricular activities is a plus

Required Degree Background: 

• Rising junior or senior pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in petroleum engineering
• Minimum of 3.0 grade point average required

Company Highlights:

• For 90 years, we have nurtured creative ideas and turned them into successful realities using three core strategic pillars – creativity, excellence, and people. 
• Free covered employee parking for Dallas HQ based employees
• Free specialty coffee bar in the Dallas HQ
• Onsite breakfast and lunch area in the Dallas HQ
• Commitment to the following ideals:
  • Work/Life Balance
  • An exceptional employee experience

Hunt is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Hunt is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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