2026-2027 Petroleum Engineer Full Time (Previous Intern)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Retirement plan

Variable pay

Training and development opportunities

Allowances

Job summary

Chevron Corporation in Houston is seeking an entry‑level Petroleum Engineer to contribute to upstream production and reservoir projects. You will be mentored by a supervisor and a technical mentor, with opportunities to work in the field or in an office.

The role emphasizes asset development planning, production operations, reserves assessment, and capital project support, with a structured training program during the first five years. Relocation may be considered and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Pursuing last year of bachelor’s in petroleum/chemical engineering or related field with <2 years related experience.
• Last year of Master’s/Doctorate or <2 years post‑graduate experience in petroleum/chemical engineering or related disciplines.
• Strong academic performance in core programs.
• Excellent communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in research, technology development, consulting, or an internship in oil/energy sectors.
• Participation in industry or energy company university research projects.
• Must be able to drive regularly.
• For Chevron Subsurface Center of Excellence: relevant research or consulting experience.

Responsibilities

• Assign to production and reservoir engineering tasks, including asset development planning, production operations, reserves assessment, uncertainty and risk management, and capital project development.
• Provide technical support on projects related to production or reservoir engineering.
• Participate in a training program with two to three technical assignments in the first five years.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Driving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering

Master’s/Doctorate in related discipline

Job description

Overview

Entry‑level Petroleum Engineer position within Chevron’s upstream operations. The role includes assignment to production and reservoir engineering positions and projects that contribute value to Chevron. The engineer will be mentored by a supervisor and a technical mentor, and may work either in the field or in an office.

Responsibilities

Assign to production and reservoir engineering tasks, including asset development planning, production operations, reserves assessment, uncertainty and risk management, and capital project development. Provide technical support on various projects related to production or reservoir engineering. Participate in training and competency‑based employee development program with two to three technical assignments in the first five years.

Location

Primary location: Houston, Texas.
Other possible locations: Covington, Louisiana; Midland, Texas.

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated salary range: $118,000 – $138,000 annually, adjusted for degree level and discipline. Benefits include health care coverage, retirement plan, variable pay, training and development opportunities, and various allowances. More details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/.

Relocation

Relocation may be considered within Chevron relocation guidelines and policies.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Students completing the last year of a Master’s or Doctorate program, or with less than two years of post‑graduate experience in petroleum engineering, chemical engineering, or related disciplines.
• Strong academic performance in core programs.
• Excellent communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in research, technology development, consulting, or an integrated oil or international service company internship program.
• Participation in an industry or energy company university research project.
• Ability to drive on a routine basis.
• For positions in the Chevron Subsurface Center of Excellence: relevant research or consulting experience and ability to contribute to advanced technology development.

Legal and Regulatory Notice

This position may involve Chevron Oil, Products & Gas technologies that are subject to U.S. export controls and trade sanctions. These regulations apply to individuals who are not U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or other eligible statuses as defined by U.S. law. Chevron is unable to provide internship or work experience in these areas to applicants who are current citizens or permanent residents of countries subject to comprehensive U.S. trade sanctions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. For assistance, please email [e-mail].