Instrumentation & Process Control Technician Intern at ONEOK

Bridgeport, Texas, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Midstream, Natural Gas, EnergyIndustries

Currently enrolled in a certificate or associate degree program in Process Control and Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation, or a related field
Basic understanding of control systems and instrumentation concepts
Strong interest in industrial automation and process optimization
Willingness to learn and work in a team-oriented environment
Ability to follow safety protocols and work in field conditions
Ability to take initiative, demonstrate a positive attitude with an eagerness to learn, and be adaptable
Ability to apply basic arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and/or advanced math, algebra, and/or statistical methods
Ability to communicate, exchange written and verbal information and/or instructions
Ability to contribute critical thinking skills, work well in teams, have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and strong verbal and written communication skills
Sedentary work - exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally

Assist in routine maintenance and troubleshooting of control systems including Basic Process Control Systems (BPCS), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
Support hardware diagnostics (e.g., fault identification, battery checks, basic wiring inspections)
Participate in software updates and backups for control systems
Help perform preventive maintenance tasks such as climate control inspections and filter replacements
Shadow technicians during after-hours system support and emergency response scenarios
Aid in documentation and archiving of control system programs and configurations
Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures and best practices
Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to understand control narratives and system logic
Learn to interpret and modify graphics and control logic under supervision
Observe and assist with project planning and implementation involving control system upgrades or expansions