Career Development
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This commentary by the chair of the SPE Data Science and Engineering Analytics Technical Section examines how AI is reshaping petroleum engineering careers, highlighting growing risks to entry‑level training, judgment development, and the future pipeline of subject-matter experts in high‑consequence industries.
Higher education institutions are invited to apply for funding to improve an existing training program or develop a program to train the next generation of energy workforce.
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CEO and author Kelly Mooney shares practical career advice for young professionals on career fit, self‑advocacy, navigating workplace power dynamics, and building long‑term success without burnout. -
The 11-day, hybrid event will cover technical fundamentals and the basics of upstream operations.
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TWA Energy Influencers Natan Battisti, Cassandra Dewan, and Pushpesh Sharma reflect on the significance of the TWA Energy Influencers award and how it has helped their professional journey. The deadline for 2026 nominations is 1 July.
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The 'Future of Energy' podcast provides a platform for students to interview industry experts on how technologies function, how they are funded, and how they are implemented in practice.
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SPE's NextGen Early-Career Lecture Program is a global, virtual program designed to equip students and young professionals with technical expertise, career insights, and meaningful engagement.
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Nicole Johnston shares practical advice on how women can navigate workplace challenges, avoid non-promotable work, advocate for themselves, and build the skills and relationships needed to advance into leadership roles.
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The University of Texas at Austin, Texas A&M University, and Colorado School of Mines round out the top three, respectively.
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The energy transition is often portrayed as linear, but recent geopolitical tensions and market uncertainties show that the shift to a low-carbon future will be complex and shaped by multiple, interconnected pressures.
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The event will take place on 22 July and is available both virtually and in person, offering students a firsthand look at what an engineering career entails.
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The symposium will offer technical short courses, keynote sessions, a career fair, and more, designed to equip students and YPs with the skills needed in the energy industry.
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