2026-2027 Earth Scientist (Previous Intern) Full Time
About The Position
Chevron is seeking entry-level Earth Scientists for the 2026-2027 recruiting season. Earth Scientists will be part of multi-disciplinary teams and develop technical skills in geoscience, geophysics, and petrophysics, focusing on exploration, development, reservoir characterization, and well operations. Entry-level scientists will be assigned to value-contributing positions with guidance from a supervisor and technical mentor. Chevron has a competency-based employee development program for recent graduates, including technical assignments, training, and mentoring over the first 5 years. Mobility is encouraged, with opportunities in domestic upstream operations, global exploration, or research-focused Centers of Excellence (COE). Early career roles (first 5-10 years) may involve exploration, appraisal, asset development, and technology assignments, requiring problem-solving with digital technologies. Opportunities for overseas locations may arise after 10+ years of experience. Other potential roles include well-site operations, reservoir modeling, portfolio management, subsurface data science, technology deployment, technical team leadership, and specialized positions like stratigrapher, structural geologist, geophysicist, petrophysicist, basin analyst, and earth modeler.
Requirements
- Students completing the last year of their Master’s or Doctorate Thesis program or with less than 2 years post-graduate degree experience in geology, geophysics, geological engineering, or related fields.
- Individuals with a Master’s or Doctorate degree in geology, geophysics, geological engineering, or related fields.
- Professional/academic focus in a technical area aligned with Chevron’s business needs.
- Strong academic performance in core programs.
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in an integrated oil or international service company intern program.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Develop technical skills in geoscience, geophysics, and petrophysics assignments focused on exploration, development, reservoir characterization, and well operations.
- Contribute value to Chevron based on degree, relevant academic preparation, previous work experience, and career objectives.
- Solve challenging problems utilizing cutting-edge digital technologies and techniques.
- Potentially drive on a routine basis.
Benefits
- Variable pay
- Health care coverage
- Retirement plan
- Protection coverage
- Time off and leave programs
- Training and development opportunities
- Range of allowances connected to specific work situations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
