About Williams Companies

Williams Companies is a leading energy infrastructure company dedicated to powering the future through innovative natural gas solutions. Headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Williams operates extensive pipelines, processing plants, and gathering systems across North America, safely transporting natural gas to millions of homes and businesses. With a commitment to clean energy transition, sustainability, and operational excellence, Williams is shaping the energy world by solving global challenges. Our core values—Collaborative, Courageous, Competitive, and Creative—drive everything we do, fostering a diverse, inclusive environment where every team member thrives. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate differences and ensure all qualified applicants receive fair consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Position Summary

Power your future with Williams as an Operations Intern in Jackson, Louisiana (or Ragley, LA based on business needs). This 10–12 week immersive internship is your launchpad into the dynamic natural gas industry. You'll dive into hands-on operations, sharpen technical skills in electrical, instrumentation, mechanical maintenance, and more, while collaborating with seasoned leaders on meaningful projects. From day one, expect real-time feedback, technical mentoring, enterprise-wide networking, and exposure to clean energy innovation. Ideal for students in technical programs, this role builds grit, influence, and expertise to propel you into your post-graduation career. If you're passionate about energy, safety, and making an impact, join Williams to redefine what's possible.

Day in the Life

Expect a mix of training, fieldwork, and collaboration. You'll train in flow paths, calibrate transmitters, perform line locations and valve maintenance, assist with pigging and daily rounds, and build mechanical knowledge through preventative maintenance and facility cleaning. Responsibilities adapt to your skills, location, and business needs, ensuring a tailored growth experience in a fast-paced energy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with safe maintenance of facility equipment and operational support, collaborating to solve technical problems.
• Acquire and apply knowledge of safe, efficient facility operations, protecting personnel, community, environment, and assets.
• Participate in electrical, instrumentation, controls training; provide I/E support and perform transmitter calibrations.
• Complete line locations, pigging, valve maintenance, daily rounds, and readings in the gathering system.
• Build mechanical skills via maintenance tasks, compliance activities, preventative maintenance, and general facility cleaning.
• Maintain accurate reports, logs, and records of process operations and equipment performance.
• Other duties as assigned, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Current enrollment and completion of one semester in a technical associates or certificate program, such as Industrial Technology, Diesel Technology, Electrical or I&E Program, Transportation and Applied Technology at SOWELA Technical Community College, Southwest Community College, or equivalent accredited institution.
• Physical Requirements: Willing to work in extreme temperatures, loud noises, enclosed spaces; carry/lift 50 lbs individually or team lift heavier loads; stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, squat for extended periods; work at heights using man lifts, ladders, scaffolding, towers with PPE.
• Skills & Traits: Innovation, passion, grit; ability to learn quickly, follow safety protocols, and collaborate effectively.

Why Join Us

At Williams, your internship is more than temporary—it's transformative. Gain unique skills through immersive training, grow fast with bold challenges, and shape an industry powering millions. Enjoy meaningful work, technical mentoring, real-time feedback, and networking in a collaborative culture. Located in Louisiana's energy hub, this role offers exposure to cutting-edge natural gas operations while building a network for full-time opportunities. Williams invests in your potential, matching your energy with resources to ignite success. Ready to thrive in clean energy? Apply today and let's create the future together. Williams: Collaborative. Courageous. Competitive. Creative.

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