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Who We Are
We are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.
We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.
Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment
To deliver superior performance, we create an environment that respects the contributions and differences of every individual. Wherever possible, we use these differences to drive competitive business advantage, personal growth and, ultimately, create business success.
Job Summary
The ConocoPhillips Engineering Internship for 2025 is now open!Position Overview
ConocoPhillips’ Australian headquarters are located in Brisbane. Our focus is supplying Australian customers with natural gas and international customers with liquefied natural gas. We do this through our 47.5 percent interest in the Australia Pacific LNG joint venture, one of the largest producers of natural gas in eastern Australia. ConocoPhillips Australia also operates the Australia Pacific LNG liquefied natural gas facility near Gladstone. We are also an exploration company, with ongoing exploration occurring in the Bowen and Surat Basin in Central Queensland and new exploration in the Otway Basin along the southern coast of Australia to identify natural gas reserves for supply to Australian customers.
About the ConocoPhillips Engineering Internship
Ready to elevate your engineering studies with real-world experience in the energy sector?
The ConocoPhillips Engineering Internship for 2025-26 offers an exciting opportunity for driven and enthusiastic penultimate-year engineering students to join the following areas:
- Chemical Engineering Team
- Instrument, Control & Electrical Engineering Team
During the 12-week paid internship, from 24 November 2025 to 20 February 2026, you can expect to:
- Work with professionals in the field, including multiple site visits to the Australia Pacific LNG facility in Gladstone, Queensland.
- Complete technical work tasks and projects to support your ongoing development.
- Gain experience using the latest engineering software.
- Further develop your collaboration, research, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
- Work in an encouraging, hands-on, and FUN learning environment.
About You
You bring a learning and growth mindset and have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in the energy sector, including:
- Being an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- Being in the penultimate year of a Bachelor of Engineering, majoring in Chemical or Electrical.
- Alignment with ConocoPhillips’ SPIRIT values.
- A strong desire to learn and improve your professional and technical engineering skills.
- Availability to work full-time in Brisbane from 24 November 2025 to 20 February 2026.
- Availability to travel to the Australia Pacific LNG facility in Gladstone, Queensland, to undertake site visits.
How to apply
Please provide your CV, university transcript, and a maximum one-page cover letter outlining the following topics before the closing date:
- Tell us a little bit about yourself and why you are interested in this internship.
- Our SPIRIT values guide how we do our work. Choose two of the values that resonate with you and describe how you will uphold these values if you are successful.
- ConocoPhillips recognises the importance of delivering reliable and affordable energy to the world in a sustainable way that addresses important social and environmental issues. As an emerging engineer, describe your aspirations in contributing to the energy transition.
To ensure your application is considered for review and shortlisting by our team, please make sure you apply following the guidelines above.
Support for all applicants
ConocoPhillips Australia encourages and welcomes applications from all members of the community. If we can make adjustments in our recruitment process to ensure we can get to know you in the best way possible, feel free to let us know so we can accommodate you.
Important Information
In this internship, you will be employed by one of ConocoPhillips’ third-party labor hire providers. You will not be an employee of ConocoPhillips’, and the terms and conditions of your employment will be subject to an employment agreement with ConocoPhillips’ labor hire provider.