Technical Representative Intern- DK Energy Services

Job Title: Technical Support Intern

Department: Technology Reports To: Regional Technical Manager

Position Summary

The Technical Support Intern will assist the Technical Services team in supporting DK Energy Services’ customers by contributing to technical analysis, laboratory testing, field support, and reporting efforts. This role provides hands-on exposure to oilfield chemical applications, well failure mitigation strategies, and customer-focused technical service within the E&P industry.

The intern will work closely with Technical Representatives to help support solution-oriented products and services designed to control emulsion, paraffin, asphaltene, scale, corrosion, and other production challenges.

Duties and Responsibilities

Technical Support Assistance

- Support technical representatives in providing solutions to field/sales staff and customers

- Assist with reviewing field data and helping prepare technical recommendations

- Contribute to dosage calculations and treatment program evaluations under supervision

- Learn the process of how to prepare technical reports for internal and external stakeholders

- Assist in creating presentation materials for customer technical meetings

Methods of Technical Support

- Participate in collection and documentation of field samples (as needed)

- Assist with laboratory testing of field samples

- Support data entry and analysis of lab results

- Assist with Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) documentation and reporting

- Maintain accurate records of testing procedures and findings

Customer & Business Support

- Support preparation for customer meetings and technical presentations

- Assist in maintaining documentation related to customer technical programs

- Conduct research on product performance and market applications

- Help ensure technical documentation aligns with customer needs and business objectives

Continuous Improvement & Compliance

- Assist in development or documentation of new products and service improvements

- Support training material development for field or sales staff

- Participate in quality initiatives aligned with ISO 9001 standards

- Assist in maintaining documentation related to RCMS and HSSE programs

- Support other technical projects as assigned

Qualifications

Education

- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field

- Junior, Senior, or Graduate-level student preferred

Skills & Abilities

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Interest in oilfield chemistry, production optimization, or well integrity

- Ability to interpret technical data and lab results

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

- Willingness to travel occasionally within assigned region (if applicable)

Preferred (Not Required)

- Previous internship or lab experience

- Exposure to oil & gas operations

- Familiarity with production challenges such as emulsion, paraffin, asphaltene, scale, or corrosion

Learning Opportunities

- Exposure to oilfield chemical applications and production chemistry

- Hands-on laboratory testing experience

- Insight into Root Cause Failure Analysis processes

- Experience supporting customer-facing technical teams

- Understanding of quality systems (ISO 9001) and safety programs