Shell Graduate Programme 2026 - Qatar

Oman Shell; Qatar; On-site; QAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Annual salary progression

Health benefits

Career development programs

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Shell's Qatar Graduate Programme invites recent graduates to a structured 3-year development path designed to build leadership capabilities through on-the-job rotations, formal education, and personalized coaching. You will work on energy projects with experienced mentors in a diverse team, gaining hands-on experience and exposure to global best practices from day one.

You will be challenged to analyse problems, adapt to changing environments, and contribute fresh ideas while developing your

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to make objective decisions and learn quickly.
• Strong collaboration within diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured 3-year graduate programme with job rotations.
• Contribute to innovative energy projects and leadership development.
• Engage in on-the-job training, coaching, and formal education.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Team collaboration

Learner mindset

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial & Systems)

Job description

Qatar Worker Type: Regular

Posting Start Date: March 23, 2026

Job Description

What's the role Join us as a Graduate at Shell in Qatar where you will embark on a comprehensive 3-year programme designed to develop future leaders. Qatar Shell is one of the largest foreign investors in Qatar, with Pearl GTL being the world's largest GTL plant. Joining our graduate program will drive you to work on some of the world's most innovative energy projects in a dynamic environment. The Shell Graduate Programme equips you with the essential tools to enhance your leadership skills and achieve your full potential through a combination of on-the-job training, formal education, job rotations, and personalized coaching.

What you’ll be doing

You will showcase your capacity to analyse situations and propose purposeful solutions that align with the company's strategic goals - adaptability to changing environments, learner mindset, drive to deliver results - and collaborate and nurture relationships as you work effectively with a diverse team. You will work with experienced colleagues and will share your unique perspective and fresh ideas on how to tackle energy-related challenges. Our inclusive and collaborative culture will provide you with the support you need to grow your skills as you work on meaningful projects with exciting responsibilities right from the start.

Read more about our strategy here: Our strategy | Shell Global

What you bring

We are looking for a candidate who thrives on new challenges and embraces innovation. You should be confident in your ability to absorb information, analyse problems, make objective decisions, and generate original ideas. The ideal candidate will possess the drive and resilience to achieve goals, the flexibility to collaborate effectively within a team, and the credibility to influence others. Being open to alternative perspectives and views is essential, using them to refine ideas and outcomes.

Eligibility

• Professional Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical and Industrial & System)
• Qatari Nationality
• Keen to work in Ras Lafan (RLC)
• Suitable candidates should be either:
  • Recently graduated (in line with the 2024/2025 academic year) or will graduate during 2026 (in line with the 2025/2026 academic year) and are currently not sponsored;
  • Have experience in the Energy sector of less than 3 years (in alignment with the industry recruitment guidelines).

What we offer

• Competitive Compensation: Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance-related salary increases.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy benefits designed to provide a foundation for your financial future. Take part in health care plans that meet the needs of you and your family.
• Work-Life Balance: Maximise paid time off and other options that allow you to achieve a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Career Growth: Progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams.
• Professional Development: Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs.
• Supportive Environment: Receive the support you need through mental health programs, comprehensive counseling, and community groups.
• Inclusive Culture: Join an organization striving to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply.

We strive to ensure that our process and workplace is accessible to everyone and are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments to support your needs.

Get to know more about how we're working towards our DE&I goal here.

Learn more about Shell careers on our website: https://www.shell.com/graduates

Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies, employing 96,000 people across more than 70 countries. Whether they work on our platforms and pipelines, or in our offices and research labs, people are key to our success. They collectively determine our culture and we expect them to behave according to our values: honesty, integrity, and respect for people.