00IV7 - 2014 Geologist & Geophysicist E&P or Research Intern
Company Overview
ConocoPhillips is the world’s largest independent E&P company based on production and proved reserves.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, ConocoPhillips had operations and activities in 30 countries, $57 billion in annual
revenue, $118 billion of total assets, and approximately 17,100 employees as of March 31, 2013. Production from
continuing operations averaged 1,555 MBOED for the three months ended March 31, 2013, and proved reserves were 8.6
billion BOE as of Dec. 31, 2012.
Employees across the globe focus on fulfilling our core SPIRIT Values of safety, people, integrity, responsibility,
innovation and teamwork. And we apply the characteristics that define leadership excellence in how we engage each
other, collaborate with our teams, and drive the business.
Position Summary
The internship positions are in either Exploration & Production (E&P) or in Geosciences & Reservoir Engineering (G&RE),
our research organization.
All internships provide a short-term work assignment to help enhance your technical and business skills, and to provide
you with exposure to career options in the petroleum industry. You will learn primarily through hands-on technical work
and one-on-one mentoring by a subject matter expert on your specific project. You will be engaged in valuable work on a
challenging project while giving ConocoPhillips the opportunity to evaluate your future fit within our company. Projects
have immediate application to ConocoPhillips business needs around the world.
You will have the opportunity to interact with other interns and ConocoPhillips' professionals working on a variety of
projects to learn about additional aspects of the industry. In some cases, short courses or field trips may be part of your
experience.
E&P intern locations are primarily in Houston, TX, with the possibility of being placed in Anchorage, AK, or Farmington,
NM.
G&RE intern locations are primarily in Houston, TX, with the possibility of being placed in Bartlesville, OK.
Responsibilities
Typical responsibilities of an E&P Geoscientist intern may include:
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Interpretation of subsurface geoscience and related data to help with our hydrocarbon exploration and
development projects
Working with a mentor and a group of other professionals to make recommendations for further activities related
to basin studies, exploration plays or prospects, or fields
Recent intern projects have included:
 3D seismic interpretation of fault juxtaposition to predict trap geometry and size
 Sequence stratigraphic interpretation of an exciting new exploration play
 Detailed 3D seismic interpretation of known fields to select prospective drilling locations
 Prospect generation and well proposals in a variety of global locations
Typical responsibilities of a Research Geoscientist intern may include:
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Working with a mentor and a group of other professionals to develop and enhance new technologies related to
hydrocarbon exploration and production.
Recent types of technology intern projects have been in these areas:
 Seismic Reservoir Characterization
 High Definition Seismic Imaging
 Structural Analysis and Geomechanics
 Stratigraphic Systems
 Basin Evolution and Modeling
 Geochemistry
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Reservoir Modeling
Basic/Required
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Bachelor's degree in geoscience or a closely related technical field
Must be currently enrolled or accepted in an accredited MS or PhD program in geology, geophysics, engineering,
or applied mathematics or closely related technical field
A minimum of ten continuous weeks of technical work for the internship
Preferred
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Cumulative and major undergraduate GPA greater than 3.4 on a 4.0 scale
Graduate school GPA's greater than 3.4 on a 4.0 scale
Direct experience in relevant technical work for the petroleum industry (including previous internships or full time
experience)
Either geophysical focus with strong geological skills, or geological focus with strong analytical/quantitative skills
For internships in our research organization a preference is given to candidates enrolled in PhD programs and
demonstrating a capability for collaborative research
Personal drive for geological or geophysical technical excellence
High level of initiative, energy and creativity
Willingness to accept responsibility on major projects
Strong analytical skills with a practical approach to problem solving
Organizational skills - ability to prioritize approach to problem solving
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with a mentor, a team, or independently
Ability to understand how the immediate project fits into the bigger picture, from both geological and business
perspectives
Adaptability to a changing environment
Eagerness to learn and grow professionally
High ethical standards
Conditions of Employment
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Passing pre-employment medical and drug screens
Presentation of documents establishing identity and U.S. employment eligibility (for internship)
To apply for this position and be considered for an interview, please complete the following steps:
Go to website http://careers.conocophillips.com/university-recruitment to apply online. Select the “Apply Now” tile for the
University Job Search. Search using the job number or keyword search for the title listed above
• Complete the entire application process
• Attach an electronic copy of your resume
• Attach an electronic copy of your unofficial transcript
• Answer all of the questions associated with the application
• Provide your e-signature
• If ConocoPhillips is interviewing on your campus, you must also register for an interview through your university or
college career services.
ConocoPhillips will conduct on-site interviews at many universities in the U.S. during the Fall of 2013. Please check with
your university career services to find out if and when we will be visiting your campus. You must register with your career
service office and complete your online application prior to the university deadlines in order to be considered for these onsite interviews. If we are not making a site visit to your campus and you are selected for an interview, our recruiters will
contact you directly to make arrangements.
In order to be considered for this position, you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all
prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of December 13, 2013.
Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident,
refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E,
F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer