2026-2027 Petroleum Engineer Full Time

2026-2027 Petroleum Engineer Full Time

Who We Are. Chevron is one of the worlds leading energy companiesbut what really sets us apart is how were rethinking energy for the future. From producing oil and gas to developing lowercarbon technologies Chevron engineers work across the full energy system to power everyday life more safely efficiently and responsibly. Learn more about What We Do and The Chevron Way.

Headquartered in Houston Texas Chevron operates around the globe and across the entire energy value chain. Learn more on our website .

What Youll Actually Do

For the 2026-2027 recruiting season Chevron is accepting online applications for entry-level Petroleum Engineers in the following potential locations

• Houston Texas
• Midland Texas
• Greeley Colorado
• Minot North Dakota
• Covington Louisiana
• Bakersfield California

Petroleum Engineers within Chevron are part of multi-disciplinary teams which vary in make-up but can include petroleum engineers geologists geophysicists facility engineers drilling and completion engineers data scientists and / or software developers. Petroleum engineers develop technical skills in production and reservoir engineering assignments focused on asset development planning production operations reserves uncertainty and risk management and capital project development.

Entry-level Petroleum Engineers are assigned to production and reservoir engineering positions and projects that contribute value to Chevron. Entry-level Petroleum Engineers will be provided guidance by a supervisor and a technical mentor. Positions can be either field or office based.

For recent graduates Chevron has a competency-based employee development program that typically includes two technical assignments in the first 3 years of their career. This is supported by comprehensive technical training and mentoring combined with on-the-job experience. Mobility is encouraged as there may be some opportunities for Chevrons Petroleum Engineers to work in a variety of assignments at different US locations.

As a Petroleum Engineer you could begin your career in Chevrons domestic Upstream operations or research-focused Center of Excellence (COE) spending your first 5-10 years in a combination of production and/or reservoir engineering assignments. You will be tasked to solve technically challenging problems with the opportunity to utilize cutting-edge digital technologies and techniques. Career opportunities for petroleum engineers may include asset team leadership business planning and analysis non-operated joint venture asset management operations supervision portfolio development and project management.

What You Must Have

The following qualifications are required:

• Students completing the last year of their bachelors degree in petroleum engineering Chemical Engineering or related disciplines with less than two years of directly related work experience.
• Strong academic performance in core programs and excellent communication leadership teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• This position may require driving on a routine basis.
• Ability to demonstrate The Chevron Way.

What Sets You Apart

The following are preferred qualifications:

• Students completing the last year of their Masters or Doctorate program or with less than 2 years post-graduate degree experience in Petroleum Engineering Chemical Engineering or related disciplines.
• Experience in research technology development or consulting.
• Previous experience in an integrated oil or international service company intern program.
• Participation in an industry or energy company university research project.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $108000/annually - $150000/annually. The selected candidates monthly or hourly compensation will be determined based on their selected role degree level and academic year.

As an intern you will receive the following benefits:

• Participation in Employee Savings Investment Plan with immediate vesting in both employee and company contributions.
  • Chevron matching contributions:
    • 4% company match for a 1% employee contribution.
    • 8% company match for a 2% employee contribution.
• Work schedules:
  • Flexible work schedules (5/40 9/80 or 4/10) as determined by the work group and confirmed with the hiring manager.
• Paid holidays depending on your work schedule.

• Full year of service credit for each internship completion (must be re-employed within 365 days)

If later converted to a fulltime new graduate position Chevron offers competitive pay and benefits to eligible employees including healthcare time off retirement plans and development opportunities. Learn more at Options:

Relocation may be considered

International Considerations:

Chevron regrets that it will not sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position unless the candidate possesses a Ph.D. or is currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program

These positions may involve Chevron Oil Products & Gas (OPG) technologies that are subject to U.S. export controls and trade sanctions. These export control laws apply to individuals who are (a) not U.S. citizens permanent resident aliens temporary resident aliens applicants for temporary resident status refugees or asylees; and who are also (b) current citizens or permanent residents of a country that is subject to comprehensive trade sanctions under U.S. export control law As such we regret that we would be unable to provide a meaningful internship experience at OPG for you because under government regulations OPG would not be able to allow access to such technologies absent an authorization from the U.S. government. For this reason OPG is not considering applicants who are current citizens and/or permanent residents of countries subject to comprehensive U.S. trade sanctions.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and unofficial transcript(s) online.

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