At Phillips 66, internships don’t just build resumes — they launch careers.

Several Phillips 66 employees, including business leaders, began their journey as interns. Through hands-on work, strong mentorship and a culture that rewards curiosity and growth, they found more than experience — they found their future.

The stories, stats and advice shared by former interns show just how far that future can go. From cross-country moves to career pivots, from engineering to commercial roles — these former interns are shaping the company’s future in every corner of the business.

Here’s where a few former interns are now:

Justin Newton, Phillips 66 Leak Detection and Repair Supervisor, Midstream, Class of 2015

Justin’s internship at the Borger Refinery stood out for one reason: the people. “The employees welcomed us in — it felt like family,” he said. That culture set the tone for the rest of his career.

Since then, Justin has taken on roles in environmental, safety and now Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR). “Each role brought a new challenge — and a new team to grow with,” he said.

His advice: “Be hungry. Build relationships. Keep learning — even outside your job.”

Halley Weinstock, Phillips 66 Account Manager, Lubricants – West Region, Class of 2015

As an intern, Halley presented tough findings on a marine lubricants project — a lesson in having honest, productive conversations.

Her career has spanned supply chain, sales and field roles, and she has even supervised interns herself.  “It was amazing to help guide others through the same program that shaped me.”

Her advice: “Use your voice. Share your goals. Don’t be afraid to ask for what you need to grow.”

Alexandra Black, Phillips 66 Consultant, Business Improvement, Class of 2015

One of Alexandra’s favorite memories? Climbing the coker tower during an intern unit tour and watching it sway in the wind.

Over a decade at Phillips 66, she has made five cross-country moves and held eight roles. “Speak up about what you want,” she said. “If no one knows, you’ll stay where you are.”

Her advice: “Stay open to new opportunities. Great careers come from unexpected turns.”

We surveyed over 100 former Phillips 66 interns, asking about their experience, and got a tremendous response. When asked about what they’d tell current interns, the advice echoed a few key themes:

• Ask questions and be curious.
• Make connections and build relationships.
• Have fun and enjoy the learning process.
• Stay open to change and opportunity.

Career mobility stood out as a common experience — many former interns have switched business units since joining full-time, showing that growth at Phillips 66 doesn’t follow a straight line.

Of those surveyed:

• 46% of respondents interned for two years.
• 59% still work in the same business unit where they interned.
• 36% are engineers.
• 33% are in Refining, but former interns now span 11 departments, showing their impact across the company.

Phillips 66 is committed to growing talent from the ground up. Internships here aren’t just about experience — they’re about discovering potential and building a future.

Their journeys prove that curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to ask “why” can open doors you didn’t even know were there.

And for many, that first summer is just the beginning — not just of a job, but of a career with purpose.

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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the perfect time to learn how Phillips 66 has been advancing disability inclusion and what the company and its employees are doing to further a more inclusive culture and diverse workplace. 

Phillips 66 was recently recognized as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work for People with Disabilities, achieving a score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index. This index is a partnership between Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities, and the company’s score highlights its sustained commitment to disability inclusion, workplace accessibility, employment practices to fully incorporate and include individuals with disabilities, and more.  

In 2022, Phillips 66 launched the Diverse Abilities Network (DAN), which has nearly 500 members and is growing. As a virtual employee resource group, it focuses on creating a welcoming and accommodating environment for employees with a disability, as well as supporting employees who are caregivers and advocates.  

In fact, Tim Spinks, Contract Specialist in Procurement and DAN co-lead, is a parent and caregiver to a child born with unexpected medical issues. He joined DAN early on and found the ability to connect with other caregivers invaluable after experiencing how difficult and isolating caregiving can be. “It’s not easy to find a community of other people who are caregivers… people don’t talk about it; they don’t want to burden others with it,” he said. Spinks became part of a group of individuals who could understand what he and his family are going through.  

“I’ve learned so much from being the Executive Champion of DAN, but one of my biggest takeaways has come from putting myself in other people’s shoes and learning from their experiences,” said Todd Denton, Senior Vice President of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and Field Operations Support. “Seeing the dedication and value that our DAN members bring to work every day inspires me to help make Phillips 66 an even better place to work.”   

As part of Phillips 66’s efforts to ensure employee needs are being met, employees are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify as having a disability.  

“The definition of disability is ever-broadening and covers a lot of conditions,” said Mariel Borrel, Advisor, Inclusion & Diversity. “With a better understanding of representation, we can advocate for more accessible programs and workspaces while creating a culture where everyone feels like they belong.”

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