Summer Internship – Subsurface Technology - Geology (must be currently undertaking a PhD)

About bp

bp operates at the heart of the global energy system, helping countries meet their energy needs and serving millions of customers every day. With world-class assets, technology, trading capability and partnerships, we deliver energy at scale today while investing with discipline in the energy transition.

Our internships

Make an impact on cutting-edge projects. Help find solutions to complex challenges. Be part of a company that invests in you and your growth. You can do it all as an intern at bp.

Our 11-week summer programme gives you the opportunity to build your technical knowledge, develop key skills and learn more about life at bp. You'll be part of one team throughout your internship, supported by a dedicated line manager and buddy. There’ll be opportunities to connect with other interns, take part in training and grow your network across the business.

Role and responsibilities

bp’s Technology Upstream R&D group develops and deploys innovative technologies that support safer, faster and more reliable operations across bp’s portfolio. 

As a subsurface technology geologist in our Subsurface & Wells group, you’ll combine your geological knowledge with data science capabilities, including Python, machine learning, high-performance computing, AI and analytics. You’ll contribute to projects that transform subsurface ways of working and deliver value across bp’s businesses. 

The precise nature of your role and projects will depend on your skills and business needs. Your responsibilities may include: 

• Work with regional teams around the world, combining geoscience and data science methods to develop innovative solutions to complex subsurface challenges. 
• Develop and deploy Python code to accelerate subsurface workflows and improve predictability by broadening the characterisation of geological uncertainty. 
• Automate and parallelise subsurface workflows using bp’s high-performance computing capabilities. 
• Provide technical support to colleagues using deployed technology solutions. 

Requirements

To apply for this role, you must hold, or have already achieved, a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Geology, Earth Science or a closely related geoscience discipline. 

In addition, you must be currently completing a PhD in Geology, Geological Sciences or a closely related geoscience discipline, with approximately 9-18 months remaining until your expected PhD completion date. 

You'll also have: 

• Experience of coding in Python, or demonstrated programming experience in another language, such as MATLAB or C++, with the ability to learn Python. 
• An interest in developing innovative technology solutions for subsurface challenges. 

Desirable skills and experience 

The following are advantageous but can be developed through training and on-the-job experience: 

• Familiarity with AI techniques, including coding agents. 
• Familiarity with Jupyter notebooks. 
• Experience using code management tools such as Git for version control. 
• Skills in data analytics and statistical analysis. 
• Skills in machine learning or automation. 
• Familiarity with working in a Linux environment. 

You are also expected to have strong spoken and written English language skills, including business and technical English. Language skills will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. 

Please note: We value individuals who take initiative, are committed to excellence, and can adapt positively to change and challenges in a supportive environment. 

Start & end dates

Monday 21 June 2027 to Friday 3 September 2027

Please note: Our internships are full-time. If you will struggle to be available for these dates and/or may not be able to work full time, please flag this if you are invited to a technical interview, or earlier if possible.

Other information

Please note the following when applying:

• You can only apply to one bp early careers opportunity globally per academic year – within this time, we will only process the first application you make. You will be withdrawn from any subsequent applications.
• We recruit on a rolling basis – this means roles may close once positions are filled or we have enough applications. If you’re interested in a role, we strongly recommend applying as soon as possible while applications remain open.
• Unless you apply to a role with a location explicitly stated, role locations are not guaranteed – where not stated, you will be placed in a location based on business need.
• Accommodation – once confirmed, where you need or decide to move closer to your location, you are responsible for organising and funding this accommodation.
• Hybrid working – please note, bp operates on a 60:40 hybrid working work policy (3 days in the office) for most office-based roles. This may vary for non-office-based roles. 

Adjustments

We are keen to make our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any adjustments/accommodations, to any stage of the recruitment process, please mention this in the allocated section on your initial application form. Someone will then be in touch to discuss or confirm the adjustments/accommodations as appropriate for you.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.).

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