Overview

Project-based Work Experience
The internship program provides practical experience in a career role. The internships are developed around a project that is related to the degree and career interests of the intern and the business needs of Aera Energy LLC.* The interns take the role of Project Lead with the expectation to complete the project within a 9-12 week internship. Interns have a mentor and other experienced team members to help when needed; however, the responsibility of the project lies with the intern. At the end of the summer, interns give a final presentation to management, team members, and peers explaining the project results and recommended actions.

Compensation
Along with the applied practical experience, these Internships offer a competitive pay based on the degree and year in school of the individual. Interns are reimbursed for travel expenses incurred while relocating to California for the summer and are provided a monthly Cost of Living stipend to help defray some of the higher costs of California living. Organized social activities allow interns to expand their networks with students from various universities and degrees. In addition, with the 9/80 work schedule giving every other Friday off, interns have plenty of time to explore California.

Job Location and Program Dates
Most internships are located in Bakersfield, Calif., and some of the nearby production units, as well as Ventura and Huntington Beach. These production units are within a hours drive of Bakersfield, so most interns live in Bakersfield. The program runs from May to September, depending on the intern’s class schedule. In order to complete the intended project, internships are 9-12 weeks in duration.

*The workforce needs of Aera Energy LLC are provided by Aera Energy Services Company.