At H&P, our people are our strength.

About Us

Helmerich & Payne is often known for drilling. It is, after all, how we got our start, but a company doesn’t thrive this long by staying the course. Since 1920, H&P has been the industry’s most trusted partner in U.S. Land, International and Offshore Drilling productivity and reliability. As the world changes, so does our approach. We are changing the landscape of drilling by using cutting-edge rig technologies and drilling solutions to build upon a century of success, all while continuing to deliver better outcomes for our customers.

From Floorhands to Corporate Communications, Business professionals, Engineers, Software Developers and everything in between, it takes a diverse group of people and backgrounds working together to achieve our goals. At H&P, we celebrate our employees’ unique journeys and provide the tools needed for everyone to succeed. No matter where you start or what you envision for your future, your H&P journey will be filled with exciting challenges, rewards, and the potential to grow. You will always have a team supporting you and celebrating your accomplishments every step of the way.

Our Internship Program offers college students the opportunity to gain hands-on knowledge of the energy industry and learn about H&P’s core values and business practices. The program has launched the careers of many successful individuals in our organization, including our CEO, John Lindsay, other executives at H&P, and many other leaders across the energy industry.

Ready to start your internship journey? Let’s go far, together.

What will you do?
Accept designated business-focus projects for continuous improvement, upholding H&P safety as top priority, and creating a positive end-user experience; placements may be within one of the following departments: Security, Architecture, Infrastructure, Enterprise Project Management Office, or Applications and Information Management
Work with teams driven by automation and innovation to analyze data, develop solutions, or manage projects that are value-add to our business operations
Identify processes, application, or system improvements to align with information technology goals, policies, compliance requirements, and/or industry best practices
Document recommendations and effectively communicate those to leadership
Gain exposure to zero trust architecture and newly built datacenters and cloud environments
Collaborate with various teams across operating areas and disciplines to achieve enterprise goals and meet internal customer needs
Travel to district office to review technology needs
Demonstrate excellent organizational/interpersonal skills
Present final project at internship conclusion
Seek to understand H&P’s role in the Energy Industry, including our brand, our customers, our product goals, and The H&P Way

Who do we need?
Students currently seeking a Bachelor’s degree, Graduate degree or certification program in Computer Science, MIS, CIS, Technology, or related fields
Students earning a minimum 3.0 GPA
Students with authorization to work in the U.S.
Individuals who demonstrate the H&P Way: Actively C.A.R.E., Service Attitude, Innovative Spirit, Teamwork, and Do the Right Thing
Ideal team players who embody the three virtues of hunger, humility, and emotional intelligence; We believe this powerful combination accelerates and builds high-performing teams
Self-starters with natural curiosity and the willingness to hustle hard to achieve goals in a fast-paced environment
Student leaders who demonstrate strong analytical, interpersonal, and communications skills with a desire to solve problems in an evolving industry

What do we offer?
Competitive intern pay
Relocation and housing assistance
Real-world work experience and Mentorship
FlexWork option to split your time between home and office in a hybrid environment (blend of traditional and remote work)
Rig Visits for real-world technology use exposure and other internship program events to build your business acumen, develop your H&P network, and connect you to our company mission and purpose
Inclusive Culture – at H&P we strive to create a work family where everyone feels a sense of belonging and encouraged to come to work every day as their authentic self

Some companies offer career paths. We offer a Journey of a Lifetime.

Hear directly from our interns, employees, and leaders about their unique journeys at Helmerich and Payne.

Every Amazing Journey Begins with a Single Step.
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Contact Us at [email protected] for more information

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!