Career Development
Kobi McNutt explores her journey from Division I athlete to pioneering deepwater projects in the Gulf of Mexico, highlighting the mental resilience, technical grit, and advocacy that define her impact both on the rig and online.
Artificial intelligence is transforming—not replacing—petroleum engineering. As AI-driven, data-centric methods replace traditional deterministic models, engineers must adapt by acquiring skills in data science, algorithmic thinking, and software tools. The industry’s evolution raises a critical question: Will petroleum engineers evolve with these changes or risk beco…
Panelists discussed expectations for the state of the market by 2050, based on observable trends, evolving policies, and emerging market dynamics.
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New research provides insight into why women may hold fewer leadership positions. -
The 2015 Emerging Leaders Alliance (ELA) Conference was held last November in Reston, Virginia, located approximately an hour from the US capital, Washington, DC. Supported by 10 professional organizations including SPE, the event attracted 90 attendees. SPE generously sponsored 10 young professional members from around the world to attend.
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Yoga Wicaksono from Pertamina, Indonesia’s national oil company, shares his insights and lessons learned on megaprojects. Wicaksono has assisted in the completion of various megaprojects in the Asia-Pacific region from an upstream mergers and acquisitions perspective.
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The TWA Editor shares his personal career transitions and encourages others to do likewise. Even in a downturn, it is important to think about the opportunities that can help you move forward -- even if on a slightly different path.
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Kim McHugh, general manager of drilling and completions for Chevron Services Company, and Jake Howard, operations supervisor for Chevron in the Midland Delaware Basin, answer questions on the types of career transitions in the industry and how to handle them successfully.
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Planning and making your next career move a success may be as simple as assessing your personality, journaling about the options, and identifying roles and tasks that have inspired you in the past.
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Six young professionals share the stories of the career transitions they have faced, the challenges involved, and the soft skills they used to succeed in them.
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Change is a fixture of our industry, so preparation for it is essential. It is worthwhile developing an expertise or a niche, and to know when to move forward.
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SPE eMentoring program provides young members an opportunity to benefit from the knowledge of experienced professionals from around the world.
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Cheryl Collarini, chairman of Collarini Energy Staffing, on her industry background, experience, and journey to the energy staffing sector.
