Summer Internship – Subsurface Technology - Reservoir Engineering PhD - UK

Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

Business Support Group, Subsurface Group

Job Description:

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 reservoir engineer in our Subsurface & Wells group, you’ll combine your reservoir engineering 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 reservoir engineering 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 reservoir 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 Reservoir Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline. 

In addition, you must be currently completing a PhD in Reservoir Engineering or a closely related engineering 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. 

 

Location 

This role will be based out of one the following UK office: 

• Sunbury – ICBT (International Centre for Business & Technology), Chertsey Road, Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex, TW16 7LN  

 

Start & end dates 

Monday 21st June 2027 to Friday 3rd September 2027 

Please note: Our internships are full-time. If you will struggle to be available for these dates &/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. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss adjustments before applying, please get in touch: 

https://careers.bp.com/contact-us 

Reward 

Salary:   £38,700 per annum per annum (prorated for the duration of your internship)

Travel Requirement

No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Data acquisition strategy, Data Analysis, Data Management, Depletion and Storage Development Planning, Fluid Properties, Fluid sampling and analysis, Geological Reservoir and Storage Unit Modelling, Integrated Resource Progression, Measuring and Verification for Carbon Storage, Monitoring, Operations Geology, Petrophysical Dynamic Reservoir Description, Petrophysical Static Reservoir Description, Reservoir Forecasting and Business Planning, Reservoir quality, Rock Properties Framework, Subsurface integration, Subsurface uncertainty and risk management, Subsurface verification and assurance, Well and Area Performance Management

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Future Location Notice:  This role will start in Sunbury, London. bp has announced a planned office move to Timber Square, London, with all positions currently advertised in Sunbury, including this one, expected to relocate around Q4 2027-Q1 2028. This presents an exciting opportunity for all employees and leaders to come together in one London location. The specific date of the move will be confirmed closer to the time.

Legal Disclaimer:

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.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
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