FAQs
What is the duration of the internship?
The internship lasts for 3 months, starting in Summer 2025.
Where is the internship located?
The internship is located in Abingdon, Oxfordshire.
What is the primary focus of the internship?
The primary focus is to create and numerically validate a new mathematical model for fracture-well interaction in porous media.
What type of educational background is required for this internship?
A Master’s Degree (penultimate or final year) in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline is required.
What programming language proficiency is needed?
Proficiency in C++ is required for this internship.
What skills are considered essential for this position?
Essential skills include numerical analysis/computational physics, strong oral and written communication skills in English, and good motivation, autonomy, teamwork, and ingenuity.
Are there opportunities for flexible working arrangements?
Yes, there are opportunities for flexible, hybrid working with a combination of on-site and home working days.
What are the deliverables expected from the intern?
The deliverables include software (potentially for commercial release), documentation of the code, a written report detailing the work done and results achieved, and a verbal report presented to SLB and partner staff.
Is SLB an equal employment opportunity employer?
Yes, SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.
Will the intern be working alone or as part of a team?
The intern will likely work as part of a team, as teamwork is listed as a required skill for the position.