About Williams Companies

Williams Companies is a leading energy infrastructure company committed to powering a sustainable future. Headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Williams operates extensive natural gas pipelines, processing plants, and gathering systems across North America. With a focus on clean energy solutions, the company is at the forefront of the energy transition, delivering reliable, low-cost natural gas to millions of homes, businesses, and industries. Williams fosters a collaborative, courageous, competitive, and creative culture, where innovation drives progress in solving global energy challenges. As an equal opportunity employer, Williams champions diversity and inclusion, ensuring 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

The Operations Intern position in New Albany, Ohio, offers a dynamic 10–12 week summer program designed as your launchpad into the natural gas industry. This hands-on internship provides real-world experience in operations, technical skills development, and collaboration with industry leaders. Interns tackle meaningful projects, from electrical and instrumentation support to mechanical maintenance, while building a professional network that propels post-graduation careers. Located in the heart of Ohio's energy hub, this role immerses you in the gathering and processing systems that fuel America's energy needs. If you bring innovation, passion, influence, and grit, Williams will ignite your potential in clean energy operations.

Day in the Life

Expect a mix of training, fieldwork, and collaborative problem-solving. You'll train in electrical, instrumentation, and controls; perform transmitter calibrations; complete line locations, pigging, and valve maintenance; and conduct daily rounds and readings. Build mechanical expertise through preventative maintenance, compliance tasks, and facility upkeep—all while prioritizing safety and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

As an Operations Intern, you'll contribute directly to facility operations and maintenance:

• Assist with tasks to safely maintain equipment and support operations, collaborating on technical solutions.
• Acquire knowledge of safe facility operations, protecting community, personnel, environment, and assets.
• Complete assigned reports, logs, and accurate records of process operations and preventative maintenance.
• Participate in specialized training like flow path, I/E support, transmitter calibrations, line locations, pigging, valve maintenance, and daily readings.
• Build skills in mechanical maintenance, compliance activities, and general facility cleaning.
• Perform other duties as assigned, adapting to business needs and your skillset.

Required Qualifications

To qualify for this Operations Intern role, candidates must meet these criteria:

• 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, or Transportation and Applied Technology at institutions like Owens CC, Terra State CC, Lorain CCC, Penta Career Center, or equivalent accredited technical school.
• Physical Requirements: Willingness to work in extreme temperatures, loud noises, and enclosed spaces; carry/lift up to 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, or towers with PPE; use hand tools.
• Other: Valid State Driver’s License with clean driving record. Position not eligible for sponsorship.

Skills and Competencies

Ideal candidates demonstrate eagerness to learn, strong work ethic, attention to detail, and teamwork. Prior exposure to industrial settings is a plus, but passion for energy operations is key.

Why Join Us

Williams offers more than an internship—it's a transformative experience. Enjoy meaningful work with real impact, technical mentoring from experts, real-time feedback, and networking across the enterprise. Thrive in a collaborative and inclusive culture guided by values that empower you to shape the energy world. This program fast-tracks your career with immersive training, challenging projects, and exposure to clean energy innovation. New Albany, OH, provides an ideal setting near Columbus, blending professional growth with quality of life. Stand out with skills in natural gas operations, electrical systems, and mechanical maintenance—highly sought after in the energy sector. Power your future. Shape the energy world. Ready to bring your energy? Join Williams today.

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