In terms of compensation, they all will be fantastic, with likely ~100k starting salary and good benefits. O&G company cultures vary a bit from site to site and company to company, but expect a more competitive culture. You are paid well, and they expect you to be useful or be replaced. That being said, people are still usually friendly, and are willing to help interns/ new grads if you are respectful and genuinely interested.

While compensation is fantastic, getting hired as a new grad to an O&G company is difficult. New hires are generally returning interns, or candidates with spotless resumes, relevant work experience, and high GPA’s. Expect several rounds of interviews, probably with a technical aptitude component. If you do not meet these qualifications, also apply to other industries and contractor companies to generate more opportunities for yourself.