Intern/Co-op - Commercial Marine Operator (Summer 2027)

Commercial Marine Operator Intern

At Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC), we're committed to being a great place to work one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

MPC's Global Marine organization is offering a high-impact Commercial Marine Operator Intern role for students who want real responsibility in global vessel and cargo operations. You will join a team at the center of domestic and international waterborne logistics, helping move energy products safely and efficiently around the world.

Responsibilities:

As part of the Commercial Marine Operations team, you will:

• Support real-time voyages for Marathon time-chartered vessels, helping manage day-to-day operations and logistics for waterborne cargoes.
• Coordinate with Captains, Brokers, Chartering, Trading, Scheduling, Agents, Tug providers, Bunker Vendors, and Terminals to keep ships and cargoes on track.
• Gain exposure to Marine Vetting, Port Management, and the commercial aspects of the Global Marine business.
• Split your time between job shadowing, hands-on voyage management work, and a focused project that drives value for the team.

You will report to the Commercial Marine Operations Manager and work closely with a dedicated mentor committed to creating a positive, engaging, and educational experience.

Skills Gained:

During this internship, you can expect to:

• Develop a strong understanding of commercial marine operations, shipping logistics, and how decisions impact real-world voyages.
• Strengthen key professional skills such as verbal and written communication, prioritization, multi-tasking, analytics, problem solving, risk management, decision-making, and teamwork.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Maritime Transportation, Marine Engineering Technology, or Maritime Business Administration.
• Concurrent enrollment in a Bachelor's degree seeking program for the duration of the experience.
• Strong academic performance.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• Available to work on site 40 hours per week.
• Valid driver's license for work-related travel.
• Must be able to provide reliable transportation to and from place of work.
• MIN - $25.60 per hour / MAX - $29.87 per hour

Location: San Antonio, Texas