# Kickstart Your Career: Insights into the Pertamina Group National Internship Program 2026
PT Pertamina (Persero) stands as the cornerstone of Indonesia’s energy sector, acting as the state-owned enterprise responsible for managing the nation’s vast oil and gas reserves. Beyond its primary extraction and refining duties, the company is deeply committed to fostering energy self-sufficiency and spearheading the transition toward renewable energy sources. Since its reorganization as a strategic energy holding company in June 2020, Pertamina has structured its operations into specialized sub-holdings, including Upstream, Gas, Refinery & Petrochemical, Power & New Renewable Energy (NRE), and Commercial & Trading sectors, alongside its dedicated shipping arm.
As part of its commitment to developing national talent, the Pertamina Group has officially launched its National Internship Program (Batch II) for 2026. This initiative provides fresh graduates with a unique opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience across the group's diverse ecosystem.
## Participating Entities and Required Disciplines
The internship program spans various functions across Pertamina’s subsidiaries. Below is a breakdown of key departments and the academic backgrounds required for applicants:
1. PT Pertamina (Persero) - Corporate Functions
* Strategy & Portfolio: Petroleum Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Economics, Accounting, Chemical Engineering.
* HSSE (ERCM): Informatics Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering.
* Digital Hub (Center of Excellence): Informatics Engineering, Computer Science, Psychology, Visual Communication Design, Information Systems.
* Technology Innovation: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Laboratory Analysis.
* Risk Management: Management, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Communications.
2. PT Perusahaan Gas Negara Tbk (PGN)
* Operations & Maintenance: Environmental, Mechanical, Industrial, Physical, Electrical, Civil, and Chemical Engineering.
* Performance & Investment Management: Finance, Business Administration, Management, Industrial Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Accounting.
3. PT Pertamina Lubricants & PT Pelita Air Service
* Lubricants (Laboratory/Marketing): Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Communications, Digital Business, Visual Communication Design.
* Pelita Air (Administrative Staff): Diverse roles ranging from Aviation Engineering and Flight Management to Public Relations, Journalism, and Finance.
4. Specialized Subsidiaries (Patra Logistik, Perta Life, Tugu Insurance, Pertamina Retail)
* IT & Administration: Informatics, Information Systems, Office Administration.
* Finance & Risk: Accounting, Financial Management, Actuarial Science.
* Business Operations: Marketing, Industrial Engineering, Law, and Insurance Studies.
## Program Guidelines and Eligibility Criteria
To ensure a smooth application process, candidates should familiarize themselves with the following requirements and program structures:
Eligibility Requirements
* Citizenship: Applicants must be Indonesian citizens holding a valid National Identity Number (NIK).
* Education: Open to Diploma (D3), Bachelor (S1), or Professional Degree holders from universities accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology.
* Graduate Status: The program is exclusively for fresh graduates. You must have graduated within one year of your application date (based on your diploma/certificate date).
* Note: Current university students who have not yet graduated are not eligible to apply.
Program Logistics
* Duration: The internship is a full-time, six-month commitment. Participants are required to engage in all stages, from initial onboarding to final certification.
* Financial Compensation: Interns receive a monthly allowance equivalent to the local Minimum Wage (UMK) of the working region. This allowance is government-funded.
* Certification: Upon successful completion, participants receive an official competency certificate issued by the Ministry of Manpower of the Republic of Indonesia. This certificate is highly regarded across national industries.
* Career Path: While the internship provides invaluable industry exposure, future recruitment as a permanent employee is subject to individual performance and the specific human resource policies of the respective subsidiary.
This internship program represents an unparalleled gateway for high-achieving graduates to integrate into the heart of Indonesia's energy sector. If you meet the criteria, prepare your credentials and take the next step in your professional journey with the Pertamina Group.