Geophysics Intern

OXYOXYDenver, Colorado, United States | Houston, Texas, United States | The Woodlands, Texas, United States
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8/15/2026

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Intern

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Core responsibilities

Interns will interpret 2D and 3D seismic data to identify drilling opportunities and integrate well data into technical projects. They are also responsible for producing technical maps and presenting final recommendations to leadership.

Requirements overview

Candidates must be pursuing a Master’s degree or PhD in Geophysics or Geology with a geophysical focus and a graduation date between August 2027 and May 2029. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.85 is required, along with a strong desire to pursue a career in the oil and gas industry.

Key skills

Seismic interpretationData analysisGeophysicsGeologyWell data integrationDepth mappingAmplitude extractionIsopach mappingFault attribute analysisQuantitative interpretationTechnical presentationProject managementCross-functional collaborationProblem solvingTime management

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Education requirements

postgraduate degree

About OXY

Industry

Oil and Gas

Employees

16,375

Type

Public Company

Size

10,001+ employees

Oxy is an international energy company that produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, the Middle East and North Africa.

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EnergyScience & ResearchEngineeringData & Analytics

Description

Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit Oxy Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business. Oxy’s Summer Intern Program runs from May to August for a full 12 weeks. As an Oxy intern, you will have the opportunity to experience real-life projects with hands-on participation in Oxy’s core businesses. Your summer project will be designed to add value to our operations while providing Oxy an opportunity to observe your skills and competencies in action. Oxy interns are paired with a manager and mentor in order to provide technical guidance throughout the project timeline. In addition to attending training and development courses, lunch and learns, field trips, and social activities, interns will be given the chance to meet with Oxy executives and leadership throughout the internship. Click here for more information about the intern program. Description/Objectives: Gain understanding of Oxy and the Oil and Gas Business Learn how to use seismic interpretation software to interpret 2D and/or 3D seismic data and exploration, appraisal, or development scale Understand the importance of well data and incorporate into technical work Produce depth maps, amplitude extractions, isopach maps, fault attribute to identify new drilling opportunities Understand and apply quantitative interpretation techniques if appropriate Put together working products and final presentation material using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word Present final recommendation based on technical work Desired Qualifications: Ability to work with multiple disciplines and cross functionally Self-motivated and able to thrive when given a significant amount of responsibility Maintain project timeline Evaluate, organize and prioritize workload Can make decisions with little information and is comfortable with change Required Qualifications: Pursuing a Master’s Degree or PhD in Geophysics or Geology with a geophysical focus Must have a graduation date of August 2027 - May 2029 Must maintain a minimum cumulative 2.85 GPA on a 4.0 scale Desire to pursue a career as a Geophysicist in the Oil and Gas Industry Location Houston, TX; The Woodlands, TX; Denver, CO Benefits Competitive salary Begin investing to your 401(K) and Retirement on your first day with combined 14% company matching Relocation Assistance and/or fully-furnished Corporate Housing provided, if applicable 9/80 Work Schedule. Enjoy a 3-day weekend every other week! Recruitment Fraud It has come to our attention various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of Oxy. Please be aware that these recruiting scams and communications do not originate nor are they associated with our recruitment process. All Oxy job postings and offers will require a completed application through our company website. Oxy does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process. We will never: • Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for any other fees • Use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind or • Request personal information such as passport and bank account details at an early stage of our recruitment process. We recommend against responding to unsolicited business propositions or offers from people you don't know. Do not disclose your personal or financial details. If you believe you have been the victim of a recruiting scam, please contact your local police department. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

  • Seismic interpretation
  • Data analysis
  • Geophysics
  • Geology
  • Well data integration
  • Depth mapping
  • Amplitude extraction
  • Isopach mapping
  • Fault attribute analysis
  • Quantitative interpretation
  • Technical presentation
  • Project management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Time management

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Company matching
  • Relocation assistance
  • Corporate housing
  • 9/80 work schedule

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