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Entity: Production & Operations Job Family Group: Business Support Group : *Please note -only one application per candidate. Chemical Process Engineer (Intern/Co-Op) - Blaine, WA bp's Cherry Point refinery is one of the most modern refineries in the US, the largest in Washington, and the fourth largest on the West Coast. It supplies about 20 percent of Washington's gasoline needs and other fuels, and a significant amount of jet fuel to Seattle, Portland and Vancouver, BC CO-Operational airports. Cherry Point Refinery is the first refinery in the Pacific Northwest capable of manufacturing diesel made from biomass-based feedstocks, which are processed alongside conventional feedstocks. Surrounded by mountains, forest, wetland and shoreline habitats, Cherry Point devotes considerable resources to help preserve the natural environment. Become part of our team at Cherry Point as a Chemical Engineering Intern, and you will : • Play a vital role throughout several stages in our world-class projects • Aiding our manufacturing and production teams by supervising supporting day-to-day operations, evaluating unit targets, balance unit operations, and ensuring reliability of our refining technologies • Support and optimize operating process plants or facilities and working closely with other areas involved in the business • Use your sound foundation and sharp eye for detail across the wider engineering platform so that we can integrate with many areas of our business and support the Refinery's transformation into a lower carbon Integrated Energy Hub Successful interns may be considered for a full-time role within our One Engineering program upon earning their degree: One Engineering - "is an early careers programme designed to create a pipeline of professional engineers who are high-performers, have broad discipline experience, a transferable skills-set, leading through the energy transition, and solving the most complex problems of today and of the future. Early career discipline engineers will build their experience through challenging development assignments, develop a toolkit of transferable skills for the future, and have a dedicated network of support to help them succeed." About bp's intern program At bp, we love our interns! In addition to developing your technical capabilities within your given discipline, we ensure you enjoy your time with us and have a fun summer. You'll work on real world projects, learn about our industry and see how we're meeting the world's growing energy needs. You'll also pick up experience and skills that will launch you into a successful career. Some of the wonderful things you'll experience as a bp intern are: Project based roles for 12 to 16 weeks Typically for students between their penultimate and final year in program Assigned a buddy/mentor to help you transition into bp Attending events consist of networking, lunch & learn sessions, executive calls, webinars, and community service opportunities across locations Comprehensive performance assessment process (goal setting, setting deliverables for projects, mid-term review, and final presentation) Retirement savings opportunities bp provided corporate housing with furnished apartments Relocation assistance (if eligible) Competitive pay We pay interns and co-ops a set non-negotiable monthly rate based on your degree major, degree level and year of graduation. For this role, monthly salaries range from ($5200-$7400). *Please note the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this position at the time of posting. Minimum Requirements for the internship Working toward bachelor's degree in chemical engineering discipline Graduating between December 2026 and May 2027 Current Cumulative GPA Minimum 3.0 Eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions (bp will not support U.S. Immigration sponsorship for full-time or long-term employment) Must be available to start 12-week internship on May 18, 2026 or June 15, 2026 (will be required to pass all background and medical checks at least one week prior to start date) • Cherry Point interns are an on-site position, no remote or hybrid work setup Legal Disclaimer We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, 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.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks. Travel Requirement No travel is expected with this role Relocation Assistance: This role is eligible for relocation within country Remote Type: This position is not available for remote working Skills: Adaptability, Authenticity, Communication, Continued Learning, Courage, Creativity and Innovation, Curiosity, Decision Making, Digital fluency, Ethical judgement, Excellence, Group Problem Solving, Influencing, Knowledge Sharing, Listening, Managing volatility, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Understanding Emotions, Writing skills Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, 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.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

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