PVL Oil and Gas Virtual Internship 3.0 2027 (AUG-SEPT)
A 7-week online internship offering hands-on training, industry tools and expert mentorship for aspiring oil and gas professionals. Participants earn a certificate of completion.
- StartsAugust 2027
- ApplicationsOpen soon
- Length7 weeks
- FormatLive online
Overview
About This Internship
Petro Skill Virtual Learning’s internship is delivered entirely online. It covers the core petroleum engineering disciplines along with career-readiness skills. Learning is practical and industry-based, using real industrial case studies drawn from industry scenarios. Participants receive a certificate of completion to boost their profile and credibility.
How the weeks run
The programme runs for seven weeks through instructor-led virtual sessions, practical demonstrations, guided exercises and independent assignments. Technical sessions are held Monday to Friday, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM GMT, with weekly recap and interactive review sessions on Sundays, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM GMT. Participants engage in hands-on exercises, industry-based case studies, assessments and collaborative learning. The final week is dedicated to capstone project development and presentations, allowing participants to demonstrate their understanding and practical application of the skills acquired.
Objectives
What You'll Get Out of It
- 1Build foundational knowledge in Reservoir Engineering, Drilling Engineering, Production Engineering and Facilities Engineering.
- 2Learn Python for Petroleum Engineers.
- 3Understand HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) in oil and gas.
- 4Gain practical, industry-based experience through real industrial case studies.
- 5Prepare a strong CV, develop career skills and get LinkedIn coaching.
- 6Earn a certificate of completion.
Programme
Week by Week
- 01
Week 1
Reservoir Engineering – Reservoir fundamentals, fluid properties, PVT analysis, reservoir pressure, recovery mechanisms and reserves estimation.
- 02
Week 2
Drilling Engineering – Drilling operations, rig components, well design, drilling fluids, well control and drilling challenges.
- 03
Week 3
Python for Petroleum Engineers – Python programming fundamentals, data analysis, visualization and practical applications in petroleum engineering.
- 04
Week 4
Production Engineering – Well performance, production systems, artificial lift, nodal analysis, production optimization and troubleshooting.
- 05
Week 5
Facilities Engineering – Surface production facilities, separation processes, oil and gas processing, topside and subsea systems, and flow assurance.
- 06
Week 6
Professional Development and Industry Readiness – HSE awareness, LinkedIn optimization, personal branding, career development and professional networking.
- 07
Week 7
Capstone Project – Independent project development, application of technical knowledge, practical problem-solving and final project presentations.
What's included
What Comes with Your Place
- Instructor-led virtual training sessions.
- Practical, hands-on engineering exercises.
- Access to industry-relevant software demonstrations, including tNavigator.
- Structured learning materials and session presentations.
- Recorded sessions for revision and independent learning.
- Weekly assignments and technical assessments.
- Industry-based case studies and problem-solving exercises.
- Career development and personal branding sessions.
- Capstone project development and final presentation.
- Access to the PVL Participant Management System.
- Dedicated participant support and learning community.
- Certificate of Completion for eligible participants.
- Performance transcript showing assessment results.
Questions
Good to Know
The programme is open to undergraduate students, recent graduates and early-career professionals interested in the oil and gas industry, particularly those from Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Geoscience and related engineering disciplines.
Yes. The internship is entirely virtual, allowing participants to join from anywhere in the world.
The programme runs for seven weeks, covering technical training, professional development and a capstone project.
The registration fee is $20 USD or its equivalent in Ghana Cedis for eligible student participants.
No. The programme is designed to accommodate beginners as well as participants with some academic or professional exposure to the oil and gas industry.
Yes. Participants will engage in practical engineering exercises, software demonstrations, technical assignments and industry-based case studies.
Participants who meet the programme's completion and assessment requirements will receive a Certificate of Completion and an academic-style performance transcript.
Yes. Where available, session recordings and learning materials will be shared through the designated participant channels.
Participants need a computer, a reliable internet connection and the ability to access Microsoft Teams and the PVL Participant Management System.
Yes. Assessment is based on attendance, assignments, technical assessments and capstone project performance.
Participants will receive relevant software demonstrations and guidance on accessing designated engineering tools, subject to applicable licensing and availability.
Yes. The programme is structured to accommodate students and early-career professionals, but participants should be available during scheduled training sessions.
Yes. Group registration enquiries are welcome. Contact PetroSkill Virtual Learning for applicable arrangements.
Once your payment is successfully confirmed through Paystack or an approved payment channel, your programme access and joining instructions will be provided.
You can contact PetroSkill Virtual Learning through the official communication channels provided on our website. Please check your email, WhatsApp group and participant portal announcements before requesting support.
Starts August 2027
$33.00