I-2712 - SCADA Systems Intern

• 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