2026-2027 Earth Scientist – Full Time
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Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Chevron operates around the globe and across
the entire energy value chain. Learn more on our website Chevron.com
[https://www.chevron.com/what-we-do].
What You’ll Actually Do
Chevron is hiring Earth Scientist roles at various operating locations across
the U.S., including:
* Houston, TX
* Midland, TX
* Covington, LA
* Bakersfield, CA
Earth Scientists within Chevron are part of multi-disciplinary teams which vary
in make-up but can include geologists, geophysicists, engineers, data
scientists, and/or software developers. Earth Scientists develop technical
skills in geoscience, geophysics, and petrophysics assignments focused on
exploration, development, reservoir characterization, and well operations.
Entry-level Earth Scientists are assigned to positions and projects that
contribute value to Chevron based on degree, relevant academic preparation,
previous work experience, and career objectives. They will be provided guidance
by a supervisor and a technical mentor.
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
are opportunities for Chevron Earth Scientists to work in different locations .
As an Earth Scientist, you could begin your career in Chevron’s domestic
upstream operations, global exploration, or in the Subsurface Organization,
which includes Chevron’s research-focused Center of Excellence (COE), the
early-phase development and new energies, and the Subsurface Asset Business
Delivery teams. You should expect to spend your first 5-10 years building
technical depth in a combination of exploration, appraisal, asset development,
and/or technology assignments. You will be asked to solve challenging problems
with the opportunity to utilize cutting-edge digital technologies and
techniques. Opportunities to transfer to overseas locations may become possible
after ten or more years of experience. Other opportunities for Earth Scientists
include well-site operations, reservoir modeling, portfolio management,
subsurface data science, technology deployment, technical team leadership, and
various technical specialty focused positions such as stratigrapher, structural
geologist, geophysicist, petrophysicist, basin analyst, and earth modeler.
What You Must Have
The following qualifications are required:
* Students in the last year of their Master’s or Doctorate Thesis program in
geology, geophysics, geological engineering, or related fields.
* Individuals with a Master’s or Doctorate degree in geology, geophysics,
geological engineering, or related fields, with less than 2 years
post-graduate degree experience will also be considered.
* Professional/academic focus in a technical area aligned with Chevron’s
business needs.
* Strong academic performance in core programs, communication, leadership,
teamwork and problem-solving skills.
* Position may require driving on a routine basis.
* Ability to demonstrate The Chevron Way
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What Sets You Apart
The following are preferred qualifications:
* Previous experience in an integrated oil or international service company
intern program and/or prior experience with industry workflows for subsurface
characterization.
* Participation in an energy industry or sponsored university research
project.
* Practical experience with geoscience coding, data science, and/or machine
learning.
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated salary range for this position is $108,000-$150,000 yearly. The
selected candidate’s monthly or hourly compensation will be determined based on
their selected role, degree level and academic year.
* 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)
Chevron offers competitive pay and benefits to eligible employees, including
healthcare, time off, retirement plans, and development opportunities. Learn
more at http://hr2.chevron.com/ [http://hr2.chevron.com/]
Relocation 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
How to Apply
Submit your resume and unofficial transcript(s) online.
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,
http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/sanctions/Pages/default.aspx
[http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/sanctions/Pages/default.aspx]. 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.
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