What are the responsibilities and job description for the I&E Technician Intern position at Energy Transfer Family of Partnerships?
The I&E Technician Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting instrumentation, electrical, automation, and control systems used in midstream oil and gas operations. Working alongside experienced I&E technicians, operations personnel, and engineering teams, the intern will learn how electrical and instrumentation equipment is installed, inspected, maintained, tested, and troubleshot to support safe and reliable operations.
This internship is designed to provide exposure to the type of field work performed by Energy Transfer I&E Technicians while allowing the intern to develop practical technical skills in an operating environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist I&E technicians with routine inspection, testing, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and electrical equipment.
- Gain exposure to instrumentation and control equipment such as transmitters, analyzers, control devices, sensors, and related field equipment.
- Assist with basic troubleshooting of electrical and control systems under the supervision of qualified personnel.
- Learn the fundamentals of PLC, SCADA, automation, and process-control systems used to monitor and operate facilities.
- Gain exposure to motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control centers (MCCs), and electrical distribution equipment.
- Assist with preventive maintenance activities and equipment inspections.
- Learn to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, loop drawings, and other technical documentation.
- Support documentation of maintenance, testing, calibration, and equipment information.
- Participate in field walkdowns and observe installation, commissioning, startup, and maintenance activities.
- Work with I&E technicians and other Operations and Maintenance personnel to understand equipment reliability and day-to-day operational support.
- Follow company safety requirements and learn safe work practices associated with electrical and instrumentation systems.
- Assist with special projects and other I&E-related assignments as needed.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Currently enrolled in an accredited technical, trade, or college program related to Instrumentation & Electrical Technology, Electrical Technology, Industrial Technology, Automation/Controls, Electronics, or a related field.
- Must maintain enrollment and meet applicable requirements of the Energy Transfer internship program.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Interest in instrumentation, electrical systems, automation, controls, and industrial operations.
- Basic understanding of electrical or instrumentation concepts gained through coursework, lab work, or related experience.
- Mechanical and technical aptitude with a willingness to learn hands-on field work.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively with technicians, operators, engineers, and other team members.
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn company systems and technical documentation.
- Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or hands-on lab experience involving instrumentation, PLCs, industrial electricity, motor controls, process controls, or automation.
- Familiarity with electrical schematics, P&IDs, or other technical drawings.
- Previous mechanical, electrical, industrial, construction, maintenance, or oil and gas experience is a plus.
Working Conditions
- Combination of field and office work.
- Work may occur outdoors and in industrial operating environments.
- May require walking, standing, climbing, and working around operating equipment.
- May require use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Travel to nearby company facilities or field locations may be required depending on the assignment.