Taha Hussain
State college
Summary
An ambitious and dedicated petroleum engineering student at Penn State University with a strong passion for the oil and gas industry. I am committed to developing the technical expertise and knowledge necessary to excel in this field. My ultimate goal is to apply my skills and expertise to contribute to a leading company in the energy sector. I am seeking internship opportunities and entry-level positions that will allow me to gain practical experience and further enhance my capabilities, with the aim of securing a long-term career where I can actively contribute to the growth and innovation in the petroleum industry.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4054
4054
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Undergraduate Researcher
Schreyer Honors College, Pennsylvania State University
08.2025 - Current
- Conduct undergraduate research in petroleum engineering under the supervision of Professor Eugene, with emphasis on reservoir engineering and subsurface analysis
- Perform literature reviews, data interpretation, and technical evaluations related to petroleum systems and reservoir performance.
- Collaborate with faculty and research teams to document results and maintain high academic and technical standards.
Mentor – TEEMS 2025
Pennsylvania State University State College
State College
08.2025 - 08.2026
- Facilitated group discussions to enhance student understanding and engagement.
- Provided guidance on academic and career development to diverse student groups.
- Developed tailored learning plans to address individual student needs and goals.
- Assisted in training new mentors on effective communication and support techniques.
Rig Visit Trainee / Field Exposure
Range Resources
Pittsburgh
03.2026 - 03.2026
- Gained hands-on exposure to drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations through on-site rig visits and facility tours.
- Observed and analyzed field practices across drilling rigs and fracturing plants to understand operational workflows and safety protocols.
- Engaged with engineers and field personnel to strengthen understanding of equipment, well operations, and real-time decision-making in oil and gas environments.
Reservoir Engineering Software
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Proficient in tNavigator for static and dynamic reservoir modeling, applying advanced reservoir engineering concepts.
- Proficient in ValNav for reserves assessment and economic evaluation, including analysis of production and financial scenarios.
- Completed 16 hours of structured training for each software, integrating classroom knowledge and hands-on applications to research and engineering projects.
Membership Chairperson
Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), Pennsylvania State University
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Represented SPE at club fairs to recruit new members and increase chapter visibility on campus.
- Assisted in planning and coordinating events, promoting engagement and participation among members.
Learning Assistant
State College
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events.
Education
Bachelor of engineering - oil and natural gas engineering
Penn state university
State College, PA 08.2023 - 05.2027
Minor - Materials Science and Engineering
Penn state university
High School -
Hamza High School
Jeddah, SASkills
- Reservoir Engineering & Characterization
- Drilling & Production Fundamentals
- Wellbore Hydraulics & Pressure Analysis
- Hydraulic Fracturing Basics
- Gas Well Test Analysis
- Data Analysis & Engineering Calculations (Excel)
- Technical Reporting & Presentations
- Strong Foundation in Calculus & Applied Engineering Math
- Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking
- Field Operations Exposure (Rig & Fracturing Sites)
- Team Collaboration & Communication
LANGUAGES
- Arabic (Fluent)
- English (Fluent)
- Urdu (Fluent)
- Bahasa (Basic)
S P E Member Id
5811905
Activities
- Penn State University, Dean’s List [Fall 2023], [Spring 2024], [Summer 2024], [Fall 2024], [Spring 2025], [Summer 2025], [Fall 2025], Cumulative GPA [3.93], SACM Scholarship Recipient, SSLP CLUB Member, SPE CLUB Membership chairperson, Honors Society Member, EMSAGE Laureate Member, Teams EMSE Mentor for new students
- KFUPM University, Completed 3 months of summer program [Fall 2022], Attained Honors with a GPA of 3.5/4, Received an award from the Math Department for winning the Calc Competition
- Hamza High School, Leader of the School Organization and Student Coordination, Football Team Captain [2020, 2022], Jeddah Schools Championship [2021], President, English Club, Editor-in-chief, High School Newsletter, Volunteer tutoring (Administrator), ACDH Math, Group
Timeline
Rig Visit Trainee / Field Exposure
Range Resources
03.2026 - 03.2026
Reservoir Engineering Software
11.2025 - 12.2025
Mentor – TEEMS 2025
Pennsylvania State University State College
08.2025 - 08.2026
Undergraduate Researcher
Schreyer Honors College, Pennsylvania State University
08.2025 - Current
Membership Chairperson
Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), Pennsylvania State University
08.2025 - 12.2025
Learning Assistant
01.2024 - 05.2024
Bachelor of engineering - oil and natural gas engineering
Penn state university
08.2023 - 05.2027
Minor - Materials Science and Engineering
Penn state university
High School -
Hamza High School