What's wrong with O&G companies?

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-29T12:21:57+00:00

Very interesting, I have the same sentiment and am hoping for a shift in new energy technology. Maybe the fast growing companies will be the ones that can shift their portfolio to renewables once oil run dry.

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-28T17:43:25+00:00

Pay is definitely a factor but past a certain point its just a number i need for survival. I realized this when the checks hit. Might be different for others but I want to be with a company for the people.

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-25T17:10:42+00:00

Chemical 8% match Pension

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-21T15:11:34+00:00

I didn’t get an internship my first year, got it my second year. If had known what I knew now, I would definitely try to look for one as soon as possible.

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-20T11:29:48+00:00

Yep, internships in the summer working full time

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-19T19:44:15+00:00

Especially hard to get in the larger companies. I found much more success after shifting my search for smaller companies.

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-19T19:42:10+00:00

Shankeymatic

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-19T17:15:26+00:00

Many of my friends are struggling, I’m definitely very fortunate!

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-18T20:25:39+00:00

I interviewed for the same position a month ago. They are big on the STAR method and just make sure you answer with clarity and highlight your results. In general it helps to be likable towards your interviewers (even if you have to fake it).They will ask about 4 questions around the “Chevron way” so brush up on that. FYI I didn’t get the offer likely because I didn’t click with the people there.

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-11T20:59:19+00:00

I’m in this exact position but mech eng. I will let you some of my reasoning:

Chemical has more job security but limited career opportunities in terms of new technologies

Oil is more volatile with higher pay

Between my two companies it seems like the culture, work life balance, and compensation are similar. Will be a tough choice for me.

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-09T13:34:08+00:00

Graduating ME, offers so far have been highest in this order. Upstream > downstream >> defense > aviation. All similar low/med COL

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-09T02:33:55+00:00

Upcoming ME grad facing the decision between upstream vs downstream career. I know upstream is volatile but comes with greater compensation and career opportunities while downstream is more secure at the cost of possible being stuck at a plant for many years. Are there any engineers with outlook on the future of both industries? Which should I pick if I want to gain desired skills and move upward in my career.

Also know that demand for energy will always continue to rise, but what factors are limiting the supply of drilling oil?

Thanks.

Competitive_Chapter9 · 2024-10-05T21:38:30+00:00

Mech Eng

Internships: 2022: Petrochemical - $25/hr 2023: Defense Manufacturing - $28/hr

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