Graduate 2025 – Subsurface: Reservoir and Production Technology (UK)

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As an energy company searching for better, our success hinge on the people who share that passion. The work we do supplies millions of people across the world with energy every day. And as we face the greatest challenge of our lifetime, our ambition is to be a leading company in the world’s energy transition. Join us in the search for better.

The programme

The programme lasts for 2-years and includes rotations of 3-12 months across functions, business areas.

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The position

By joining our team in  Subsurface: Reservoir & Production Technology (Petec) you will have the opportunity to:

• Conduct reservoir characterization studies to understand the geological and fluid properties of hydrocarbon reservoirs.
• Analyze production data and performance to optimize well and reservoir management strategies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques to maximize hydrocarbon extraction.
• Perform reservoir simulation studies to predict reservoir behavior and optimize production strategies.
• Evaluate and recommending drilling and completion strategies for new wells based on reservoir and production considerations.
• Monitor and analysing production performance, identifying opportunities for operational improvements and cost reduction.
• Participate in field development planning, including well spacing, facility design, and production forecasting, to maximize recovery and profitability.

Tasks may vary depending on your background , interest and other factors.

You

For this position we are looking for those with:

• Bachelor’s, master’s degree or PhD with good academic record within:                                                                                           –  – – Petroleum Technology (reservoir and production technology)
  – Mathematics and Physics
  – Computer/Data Science
  – Chemical Engineering
  – Mechanical Engineering
  – Cybernetics and Electronics
  – Other scientific line of university study
  Additional education is also relevant
• Completed degree within year of starting (2025) 
• Fluent in English 
• No more than three years of relevant fulltime work experience 
• Formal experience is not a requirement   
• Extracurricular activities and/or voluntary work is an advantage 

Some of the personal qualities and characteristics we look for include:  

• An awareness of risk and a commitment to safety for yourself and those around you.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to facilitate collaboration, influence stakeholders, and contribute to a diverse and inclusive culture.
• Motivation to be a key contributor in the energy transition. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to solve complex problems with creativity and innovation, in order to deliver on strategy.
• Is curious and strives to learn, develop, and grow their skills and competencies as their environment changes. Take ownership of and seek out learning opportunities and constructive feedback.
• You identify with our values, open, collaborative, courageous, and caring

Equinor is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all candidates who meet the educational and experience requirements, including candidates with disabilities. If you have any specific requirements for any stage in our process, then please make this clear in your application and our team will be happy to support you.

General information

Please make sure that when applying, you attach the following: 

• CV/resume in English
• transcripts of records (or other documents describing subjects and grades) obtained to this point during your studies in English language. If you are in the process of completing a degree, please upload an official temporary transcript.

Applications submitted without these attachments will unfortunately not be evaluated.

To ensure an efficient recruitment process, please be informed that you may apply for a maximum of three Graduate roles per country. 

Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. All permanent and temporary hires will be screened against relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions law. Furthermore, background checks are performed on all final candidates.