Sydney Cook, Phillips 66 Corporate Communications Intern, Texas State University
August 8, 2025
Where are they now?
What starts as a summer internship … can turn into so much more
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.
| FORMER INTERN SPOTLIGHT |
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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.”
| INSIGHTS FROM FORMER INTERNS |
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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.
| A FEW QUICK STATS |
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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.
| GROWING TALENT FROM WITHIN |
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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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