2026-2027 Petroleum Engineer - Full Time

Chevron Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 118,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Furnished housing

Flexible work schedules

Paid holidays

Full year of service credit

Healthcare

Retirement plans

Job summary

Chevron Corporation invites applications from entry-level Petroleum Engineers for the 2026-2027 recruiting season, with potential positions in Houston, Midland, Greeley, Minot, Covington and Bakersfield. You will develop skills in production and reservoir engineering, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and participate in a structured early-career program with mentoring and training.

This role emphasizes applying digital technologies to engineering challenges and mobility across U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in petroleum or chemical engineering or related field with <2 years related experience.
• Strong academic performance and excellent communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to drive on a routine basis.

Responsibilities

• Develop production and reservoir engineering skills for asset development, production operations, reserves and risk management.
• Contribute to Chevron projects across multidisciplinary teams.
• Apply cutting-edge digital technologies to solve engineering challenges.
• Support assignment mobility across multiple U.S. locations.
• Participate in a structured early-career development program with training and mentoring.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Master's or PhD in Petroleum/Chemical Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Petroleum Engineer – Entry Level

Chevron is a leading integrated energy company focused on rethinking energy for the future. We are recruiting entry‑level Petroleum Engineers for the 2026‑2027 recruiting season, with potential positions in Houston, Texas; Midland, Texas; Greeley, Colorado; Minot, North Dakota; Covington, Louisiana; Bakersfield, California.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Contribute to production and reservoir engineering projects that add value to Chevron.
• Work across multidisciplinary teams including petroleum engineers, geologists, geophysicists, facility engineers, drilling and completion engineers, data scientists, and/or software developers.
• Apply cutting‑edge digital technologies and techniques to solve technically challenging problems.
• Support assignment mobility and participation in a range of projects at various U.S. locations.
• Participate in a structured early‑career development program that may include technical assignments, comprehensive training, mentoring, and on‑the‑job experience.

Qualifications

Required

• Students completing the last year of a bachelor’s 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.
• Ability to demonstrate and adhere to The Chevron Way.
• Must be willing to drive on a routine basis.

Preferred

• Students completing the last year of a master’s or doctoral program, or with less than two years post‑graduate experience in petroleum engineering, chemical engineering, or related disciplines.
• Experience in research, technology development, consulting, or participation in industry or university research projects.
• Previous internship experience with an integrated oil or international service company.

Compensation & Benefits

Anticipated salary range: $118,000 – $138,000 per year. Compensation determined based on role, degree level, and academic year.

Intern benefits include furnished housing, participation in an Employee Savings Investment Plan with immediate vesting, flexible work schedules, paid holidays, and a full year of service credit for internship completion. Full‑time new graduates receive competitive pay and benefits including healthcare, time off, retirement plans, and development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision‑making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Relocation & Visa

Relocation may be considered for qualified applicants. Visa sponsorship is not provided unless the candidate holds a Ph.D. or is enrolled in a Ph.D. program. Certain positions may involve technologies subject to U.S. export controls; applicants from countries subject to U.S. trade sanctions may not qualify.