Company Overview
Seneca Resources Company, LLC, the oil & gas exploration and production subsidiary of National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE: NFG) explores for, develops and produces natural gas and crude oil reserves in Appalachia. Seneca’s headquarters are located in Houston, Texas with offices in Pittsburgh, Brookville, Wellsboro and Kane, PA. Seneca’s investment activity is in the Marcellus and Utica Shales in Pennsylvania, where the company controls approximately 1.2 million net prospective acres and is one of the largest producers in the basin with approximately 1,000 wells. As an active exploration and production company in the northeastern U.S. for more than 100 years, Seneca Resources Company, LLC is committed to safety, environmental stewardship, increased productivity and maximizing shareholder value.
Job Responsibilities
The Geophysics Intern will serve as an integral member of the Exploration team with responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following:
- Assist geophysicists in analyzing seismic and well log data for Marcellus and Utica shale plays
- Contribute to subsurface mapping and reservoir characterization for unconventional resources
- Interpret geophysical datasets (seismic, microseismic, well logs) using industry-standard software (Petrel, Geographix, ArcGIS)
- Perform velocity modeling to support drilling and completions operations
- Assist in the design and execution of seismic acquisition projects
- Participate in visits to Seneca’s operation sites (drilling, completions, facilities)
- Explore Seneca’s seismic data library for additional opportunities (conventional targets, CO₂ sequestration, geothermal, gas storage)
- Collaborate in multidisciplinary meetings to review development plans for Marcellus and Utica assets
- Apply machine learning and statistical methods to drilling, completions, production, and subsurface data to optimize operations and enhance understanding
- Complete an analytical project during the internship and present findings to leadership and technical teams
- Comply with Seneca’s EHSQ policies, standards and procedures and demonstrate active and regular involvement in EHSQ programs
Job Qualifications
- Current Junior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, or Data Science
- Completed courses in core areas of geoscience (such as geophysics, structure, mineralogy, sedimentology/stratigraphy, geomorphology, etc.)
- Prior experience with geophysical interpretation software (Petrel, Kingdom, Geographix)
- Computer programming experience (Python, Matlab, R) is preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work well in a large group environment
- Basic Microsoft proficiency (Excel, Outlook, Word, and Power Point) is required
- Skilled in applying data science and machine learning workflows
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
The successful candidate must be authorized to work in United States of America.
Seneca Resources Company, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.